Trade groups urge congressional support of oil and gas industry during U.S. House “Energy Week”
(WO) – This week, the U.S. House of Representatives will pass judgement on six energy-related bills in what Republicans are calling “Energy Week.” Trade groups including the National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) and the American Petroleum Institute (API) released statements applauding the focus on pressing energy issues.
NOIA President Erik Milito said, "We're pleased to see House Leadership's focus on pressing energy issues during "Energy Week," and applaud the focus on advancing pro-growth policy for our nation's energy future. House Leadership is demonstrating a proactive approach, offering durable solutions to some of our most pressing energy challenges. A strong American energy sector is an enduring source of national security, economic growth, and quality of life.
"We encourage House Leadership to keep the door open to additional energy solutions, particularly those that support our nation's offshore oil and gas sector, such as the BRIDGE Production Act. Legislating offshore oil and gas lease sales at regular intervals and providing the litigation reform necessary to prevent disruption of oil and gas projects through meritless litigation are critical to achieving the comprehensive energy reforms originally proposed in the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1)."
API President and CEO Mike Sommers said, "We welcome the House of Representatives’ actions this week to increase access to America’s oil and natural gas resources, strengthen energy infrastructure with commonsense permitting reforms, and repeal taxes on energy production that weaken U.S. security and add costs to American families."
