U.S. Senate Committee On Energy And Natural Resources
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Manchin and colleagues call on EPA to revise power plant rule that would increase energy costs in West Virginia
Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), and Jon Tester (D-MT) have sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urging them to revise a proposed rule that could have negative consequences for West Virginians. The rule, if implemented, could jeopardize grid reliability, harm energy workers, and raise energy costs for residents of West Virginia.
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Senator Manchin Applauds Oil and Gas Lease Sale 261 for Energy Security
Washington, DC – Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, expressed his support for Oil and Gas Lease Sale 261 in a statement released today. The sale, made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), highlights the United States' commitment to utilizing its abundant resources to enhance energy security.According to Senator Manchin, the IRA is an all-encompassing energy security bill that not only strengthens the country's current energy production but also invests in innovative and clean energy technologies. He...
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Barrasso, Capito Urge FERC to Fix EPA's Proposed Clean Power Plan 2.0
U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Shelley Moore Capito have sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging the agency to address the threats to electric reliability posed by the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed Clean Power Plan 2.0. In the letter, the senators highlight the need for more work to determine how the proposed rule could impair electric reliability."The record developed at the Technical Conference, and the actions taken by the Commission and by EPA after the Technical Conference, clearly show that a majority of...
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Senator Manchin Seeks Legal Opinion on Treasury Department's Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Guidance
Washington, DC - Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has requested a legal opinion from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) regarding the guidance issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury for implementing section 30D of the Inflation Reduction Act. In a letter to the GAO, Senator Manchin expressed concerns about the Treasury Department's recent guidance on the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit, specifically its impact on American taxpayers and the country's reliance on foreign nations for battery and vehicle...
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Manchin Announces $37M to Reduce Methane Emissions in West Virginia
Senator Joe Manchin, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has announced that the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection will receive $37,791,464 in grant funding. The funding, provided through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Methane Emissions Reduction Program, aims to reduce methane emissions from low-producing oil and gas wells in the state.The grant funding is made possible by Chairman Manchin's Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which seeks to improve the health and safety...
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Barrasso Calls for Investigation into Favoritism in Loan Programs Office Grant Process
U.S. Senator John Barrasso has called for a comprehensive investigation into the Loan Programs Office (LPO) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) due to concerns about favoritism and inappropriate outside influence. In a letter to the Inspector General of the DOE, Barrasso highlights questions about the impartiality of the LPO's operations and its Director, Jigar Shah.Barrasso specifically urges the Inspector General to investigate the relationships and interactions between Director Shah and the Cleantech Leaders Roundtable (CTLR), an organization he founded. Barrasso...
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Manchin Announces Jefferson County Courthouse Designated National Historic Landmark
Washington, DC - Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced today that the Jefferson County Courthouse in West Virginia has been designated as a National Historic Landmark (NHL). The NHL designation is the highest federal recognition of a property's historical, architectural, or archaeological significance."As West Virginians, we take great pride in the history of our state," said Chairman Manchin. "The designation of the Jefferson County Courthouse as a National Historic Landmark means that this piece of West Virginia heritage will be preserved for generations to come. This...
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Manchin, Energy and Natural Resources Committee Clear Pending Legislation
Washington, DC - The U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee convened today to address pending legislation and appoint members to subcommittees for the 118th Congress. Several measures were ordered reported, covering a range of issues related to conservation, wilderness areas, water rights, and land management.One of the bills discussed was S. 594, which aims to prioritize the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. According to Mr. Heinrich, the bill's sponsor, this legislation is essential for protecting and preserving the natural beauty...
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Barrasso: Wyoming, Not Washington, Should Decide How to Manage Wyoming Lands
U.S. Senator John Barrasso, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, expressed his views on pending legislation at a committee business meeting in Washington, D.C. Senator Barrasso highlighted the importance of passing bipartisan bills and specifically mentioned the Pilot Butte Power Plant Conveyance Act, which he had introduced. The act aims to transfer ownership of a hydropower plant in Wyoming to a local entity that can repair and bring it back into operation.In his remarks, Senator Barrasso emphasized the benefits of this transfer,...
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ENR Advances Legislation Supporting Wyoming’s Resources
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) has approved multiple pieces of legislation that support Wyoming's resources. Among the bills approved were two introduced by ENR ranking member John Barrasso (R-WY), namely the Pilot Butte Power Plant Conveyance Act and the Wyoming Public Lands Initiative Act of 2023, both of which passed out of ENR by voice vote.The Pilot Butte Power Plant Conveyance Act aims to facilitate the responsible resource management of Wyoming's Pilot Butte Power Plant facility. Senator Barrasso explained during the markup, "This...
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Barrasso Hails Broad Support for Bipartisan Nuclear Fuel Security Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Nuclear Fuel Security Act has received broad support from various stakeholders, marking a significant step towards securing the future of American nuclear fuel production. The inclusion of this legislation in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) emphasizes the importance of a domestic nuclear fuel supply chain and aims to decrease reliance on foreign sources, particularly Russia.U.S. Senator John Barrasso, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, expressed his satisfaction with the inclusion of the Nuclear Fuel...
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Barrasso Criticizes Biden Administration for Allowing China to Manipulate Climate Agreements
U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) has penned an op-ed for the Washington Examiner, in which he criticizes the Biden administration for allowing China to manipulate international climate agreements to gain an unfair economic edge. Barrasso, who is the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, argues that China continues to build coal plants despite calls from the international community to phase out coal power.Barrasso highlights the role of President Joe Biden's climate envoy, John Kerry, in enabling China's actions. He points out that Kerry,...
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Barrasso Calls on Senate to Send Bipartisan Bill to Ban Russian Uranium Imports to President Biden
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) is urging the Senate to pass a bipartisan bill that would ban the import of Russian uranium into the United States. The legislation, introduced by Barrasso and recently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, aims to end the country's dependence on Russian nuclear fuel."The United States must ban the sale of Russian uranium in America. Vladimir Putin has used Russia’s nuclear industry to fund his brutal invasion of Ukraine," said Senator Barrasso. "It is estimated that the U.S. spends roughly $1 billion per year on...
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Barrasso, E&C Chair Rodgers Demand Answers from DOE Regarding Loan to Company with History of Predatory Sales Practices
In a recent development, Senator John Barrasso and Representative Cathy Rodgers, the Chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, have demanded answers from the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding a loan granted to a company with a history of predatory sales practices. The lawmakers are seeking clarity on the decision-making process behind the loan and the measures taken to ensure the protection of consumers.The loan in question has raised concerns due to the company's troubling track record. Senator Barrasso expressed his reservations, stating, "It is...
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Manchin Applauds Willow Project Reapproval
Manchin Applauds Willow Project Reapproval
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Manchin Announces $1.27M Contract Award to Plug Abandoned Gas Well at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Manchin Announces $1.27M Contract Award to Plug Abandoned Gas Well at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
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Manchin, Risch Reintroduce Bipartisan International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023
Manchin, Risch Reintroduce Bipartisan International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023
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Manchin, Barrasso Introduce Bipartisan America’s Outdoor Recreation Act
Manchin, Barrasso Introduce Bipartisan America’s Outdoor Recreation Act
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ICYMI — Manchin: The Biden Admin panders to climate activists. I won't support their nominees.
ICYMI — Manchin: The Biden Admin panders to climate activists. I won't support their nominees.
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Manchin, Committee Convene to Examine the Nuclear Fuel Life Cycle
Manchin, Committee Convene to Examine the Nuclear Fuel Life Cycle