Democrats’ “No Energy” Bill Defeated Again

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Boehner (R-West Chester) today issued the following statement after yet another “do nothing” energy bill crafted by the Democratic leadership was defeated on the House floor:

“It’s no wonder yet another ‘no energy’ scheme hatched by the Democratic Majority has been defeated. This bill would not have produced one drop – not a single drop – of new American energy to help reduce gas prices on behalf of American families and small businesses. It was designed to advance the Democratic leaders’ plan to run out the clock between now and the August recess without having to take a meaningful vote on producing new American energy. Fortunately, the measure was exposed for what it truly is: a sham.

“In two weeks, Congress will leave Washington for the August recess – a five week break during which gas prices are expected to rise even higher, further burdening American consumers with more pain at the pump. House Republicans have an ‘all of the above’ plan to help bring down gas prices by producing new American energy, promoting more conservation and efficiency, and encouraging the use of more alternative fuels. A bipartisan majority in Congress is ready to pass our plan right now, and an overwhelming majority of Americans support more production of American energy as part of a comprehensive strategy to reduce fuel costs. It is time for Speaker Pelosi, Majority Leader Hoyer, and their colleagues in the Democratic leadership to stop defying the will of the House – and ignoring the calls of the American people. Congress must vote on a real plan to produce new American energy before the August recess.”