Domestic energy production is essential to the growth of our economy and to the security of our nation.  We must take an all-of-the-above approach to our energy policy and allow all American energy sources – oil, gas, coal, nuclear, and renewables – to compete on a level playing field.  While I support research and development of new energy technologies, I do not believe the government should be in the business of picking winners and losers.

The production of affordable American energy supplies is driving job creation and fueling the growth of other major sectors of economy. I will continue to support policies to remove barriers to domestic energy production and stop harmful regulations from driving up energy costs. With the right policies in place, I believe we can achieve the goal of American energy independence.