Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Bob Latta, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, announced on Apr. 9 that a hearing will be held to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget.
The upcoming hearing is set to examine priorities for the Department of Energy as it prepares its budget for fiscal year 2027. The session aims to address how energy policies can ensure reliable and affordable power while maintaining national security.
Guthrie and Latta said in a joint statement, “Under President Trump and Secretary Wright, the Department of Energy has worked hard to meet our nation’s energy needs, strengthen the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, protect against cyber attacks, secure our electric grid, and maintain the nation’s nuclear weapons deterrent. As we look ahead to 2027, it is essential we continue to fortify American energy dominance while lowering prices for hardworking families. This hearing will offer a chance for our Committee to discuss what steps we can take to produce and generate baseload power that is both reliable and affordable, while ensuring the Department of Energy continues to carry out its mission on behalf of the American people.”
The House Energy and Commerce Committee oversees legislation related to energy policy as well as health care, environmental protection, telecommunications and consumer issues according to its official website. The committee has played a role in shaping policies concerning energy innovation, broadband deployment and pharmaceutical pricing according to its official website.
As one of the oldest standing committees in the U.S. House of Representatives according to its official website, it traces its origins back to 1795 when it was first established as the Committee on Commerce and Manufactures according to its official website.
The hearing will take place at 10:00 AM ET on Thursday, April 16 at Room 2123 Rayburn House Office Building. It will be open both to members of the public and press with live streaming available online.
