Ann Wagner's career is both deep and broad in service to her hometown, state and nation with over 30 years of work in the private sector, community and public service, and the political arena.
The 2nd District has always been home for Ann. It is where she and her husband of over thirty years, Ray, grew up, went to school, raised their children, work, volunteer, and go to church. This community has given her extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.
Due to the ongoing development of our domestic resources, the United States is closer to becoming energy independent. For too long, we have relied on oil imports and watched as Americans were forced to pay increasing prices at the gas pump. I believe we must fully cultivate our oil resources by ending drilling moratoriums, increasing onshore and offshore production, and approving permits that would assist in transporting oil from North Dakota's Bakken.
Additionally, we should embrace the burgeoning natural gas industry and repeal harmful Environmental Protection Agency regulations that make it more difficult for coal-powered facilities to thrive. Responsibly utilizing all of our available resources will provide stability to our country's energy needs while advancements in alternative options such as wind, solar, hydropower, and geothermal energy continue.