Energy
An “all of the above” approach to energy issues is what’s needed in a changing world. Oil and gas power the world. That’s reality. So, any change in how our energy demands are met needs to be market-driven and not dictated by Washington bureaucrats. Texas is a major oil and gas producer but we’re also number one in wind energy, for example. That innovation was brought about by free market thinking, not big government intervention.
June 5th, 2011
One very big reality about energy policy in the United States is it is held hostage to the religion of man created climate change. There are two important thoughts to consider. The first thought is that the United States...
May 23rd, 2011
In an exclusive interview with TexasGOPVote, US Representative Ted Poe (R-TX 2nd CD) talks with Bob Price of US Border Watch and TexasGOPVote about a variety of topics including the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and...
May 17th, 2011
NRCC - After facing mounting pressure from surging gas prices, President Obama recently conceded that more domestic energy production is needed, leaving fellow Democrat Betty Sutton among the stubborn few who are adamantly...
May 5th, 2011
God blessed them, saying: "Be fertile and multiple; fill the earth and subdue it. Have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air and all the living things that move on the earth.” - Genesis 1:28Texas is the...
April 21st, 2011
NRCC - It’s been nearly two months since gas prices started their upward climb towards record highs, and with summer around the bend, the financial strain on families and businesses is as bad as ever:GAS PRICE NATIONAL...
March 31st, 2011
An important study released by Congressional research service received little attention and showed the United States has the highest levels of fossil fuels combined with recoverable oil and natural gas in the world; more...
March 26th, 2011
American needs a sensible energy policy. Currently we import 57% of our energy. Much of that provides money to countries who do not support America and our way of life. We must look for other sources of energy that reduce...
March 16th, 2011
The recent surge in gas prices puts an added strain on families and small businesses already struggling in this difficult economic climate.To address our energy needs and decrease our dependence on foreign oil, there are...
February 13th, 2011
Conservative documentary producer Ann Mcelhinney participated in a panel discussion titled How Big Agriculture and Environmentalists Conspire to Rip Off American Taxpayers at CPAC 2011 on Friday.McElhinney, a self-...
February 10th, 2011
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich making a grand entrance to a standing ovation of presidential proportions. Looks like a president entering Congress for a State of the Union Address.
May 26th, 2011
NRCC - NATIONAL GAS PRICE AVERAGE: $3.81/GALLON, $1.03 more than a year ago. (“AAA's Daily Fuel Gauge Report,” AAA, Accessed 5/25/2011)FAMILIES AVOIDING MEMORIAL DAY TRAVEL: “The high price of gas will deter some people from...
May 18th, 2011
Today, I issued the following statement regarding the Offshore Production & Safety Act of 2011:Seventy percent of Americans say gas prices are causing their families financial hardship, and Democrats introduce a bill...
May 9th, 2011
NRCC - Gas prices this weekend continued to hover near $4.00/gallon, but national Democrats either didn’t notice or didn’t care. Last week, House Republicans passed bills to increase domestic made energy, only to meet strong...
May 5th, 2011
Update: State Rep. Ken Legler passed away Friday, June 1st. TexasGOPVote would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and share this interview in his memory.The following interview...
April 12th, 2011
I testified today before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) on the economic and energy security benefits associated with hydraulic fracturing and natural gas to help meet America’s energy needs, lower...
March 30th, 2011
Tuesday, I co-sponsored H.R. 49, legislation to reduce our dependence on foreign oil and create American jobs. This legislation would allow energy exploration in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) region, which...
March 24th, 2011
Drill, Drill, Drill in BrazilIt seems that President Obama had something more to accomplish on his trip to Brazil this week, other than to enjoy the sights of Rio and the adulation of Brazil’s leading...
March 14th, 2011
The unfolding and apparently worsening Japan quake, tsunami, and nuclear plant emergencies should provide impetus for clear heads to evaluate energy production options. Since the O’Dems have embraced a “no energy” policy (...
February 12th, 2011
I heard Gov. Barbour speak at the 2010 RPT Convention. He learned much from his former boss Ronald Reagan about how to fire up a crowd. Talk about issues, tell a good story or two, be humerous, but be real. Governor...
February 1st, 2011
Today I released the following statement regarding the immediate need for the United States to focus on domestic energy production in light of the recent events in the Middle East:The current turmoil in Egypt and its impact...