We Need An ``All Of The Above'' Energy Strategy Now

Floor Speech

We Need An ``All Of The Above'' Energy Strategy Now

* Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, last week this Administration announced it would allow the private investment and development of the Cap Wind Energy Project off the coast of Massachusetts.

* This is a step in the right direction, toward a real, comprehensive energy plan.

* As higher energy prices hit American families, it becomes once again necessary for Congress to take an ``all of the above'' approach to our energy policy.

* It is absolutely essential we continue to utilize our natural energy resources through research, development, and domestic exploration.

* The American Energy Act, which I support, encourages clean and renewable sources of energy such as nuclear power, solar, and wind.

* It also lowers fuel costs, reduces our dependence on foreign oil, and creates jobs.

* We have delayed an ``all of the above'' energy strategy for too long. Now is the time to act.

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