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WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released the following statement following the passage of H.R. 3062, the Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act, H.R. 3015, the National Coal Council Reestablishment Act, and H.R. 1047, the GRID Power Act. “Today’s passage of H.R. 3062, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 1047 reflects the House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s relentless work to secure American energy dominance. These bills streamline the permitting process for critical cross-border energy projects, restore expert advisory input from the coal industry that the Biden-Harris Administration eliminated, and ensure that electricity grid operators have the tools they need to secure the reliability of the bulk power system. With rising energy demand and growing threats to grid reliability, House Republicans are ensuring the U.S. has the tools to deliver affordable, abundant, and reliable energy,” said Chairman Guthrie. “Thank you to Congresswoman Fedorchak, Congressman Rulli, and Congressman Balderson for their tireless work to strengthen our grid and power our communities.”   H.R. 3062 passed the House by a vote of 224 to 203, H.R. 3015 passed the House by a vote of 217 to 209, and H.R. 1047 passed the House by a vote of 216 to 206.  “Republicans are delivering on our promise to strengthen the grid, create American jobs, and lower energy costs for American families,” said Speaker Johnson. “This week, House Republicans passed three pieces of key legislation to build on the energy provisions within the historic Working Families Tax Cuts and codify President Trump’s Executive Orders to unleash American energy. As Democrats continue to push radical, job-killing, impossible-to-attain green agendas – Republicans are focused on real solutions that grow the economy and put American workers first. Together with President Trump, Republicans in Congress are helping pave the way for a return to American energy dominance.”   “The Keystone XL pipeline should have never been cancelled. Yet on his first day in office, President Biden used the stroke of a pen to shut it down,” said Congresswoman Fedorchak. “By passing my legislation, the House has taken a critical step to end years of regulatory uncertainty and partisan games that have delayed energy infrastructure projects, crushed good-paying jobs, and undermined America’s energy security.” “For decades, the National Coal Council was a powerful voice for coal and a tireless champion for American workers and communities. Coal has reliably fueled our factories, powered our homes, and helped build the greatest economy the world has ever known – it’s ridiculous to neglect it,” said Congressman Rulli. “We need common-sense energy policies that keep coal in the mix, strengthen our grid, and protect good-paying jobs. Codifying the National Coal Council into law ensures that politics doesn’t get in the way of good policy. I’m grateful to House leadership and my colleagues for voting to restore this vital council and secure America’s energy future.”   “With American power demand far outpacing our ability to generate more electricity, our grid is heading toward a reliability crisis,” said Congressman Balderson . “The interconnection queue is overwhelmed and bogged down, leaving shovel-ready power projects waiting for years while demand continues to climb. The GRID Power Act clears the path for the most critical projects, giving grid operators the tools they need to add more dispatchable baseload power—lowering costs for households and businesses while keeping America’s grid reliable.” Background on H.R. 3062, Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act: The expansion of cross-border energy transportation infrastructure—pipelines for oil and natural gas and electric transmission lines—is necessary to ensure our nation’s energy dominance and safeguard our national security. H.R. 3062 replaces the Presidential permit requirement with a more transparent and effective review process by authorizing the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to review applications for cross-border oil and natural gas pipelines, and the Department of Energy to review applications for cross-border transmission facilities. Background on H.R. 3015, National Coal Council Establishment Act: This legislation makes the National Coal Council permanent by removing requirements under the Federal Advisory Committee Act to re-charter every two years, therefore preventing future administrations from disbanding this essential council. While the United States is projected to increase electricity demands by 151 GW over the next ten years, coal fired units are pre-maturely retiring at an alarming rate. Premature retirements of coal fired units are largely driven by federal and state policies designed to intentionally attack their financial viability. Background on H.R.1047, GRID Power Act: The GRID Power Act provides Regional Transmission Organizations and Independent System Operators with authority to prioritize energy projects that are ready to bring more baseload power onto the grid immediately, improving grid reliability and resiliency and helping to meet the demand of industrial and household customers alike. Expediting resources that advance reliability provides grid operators with additional tools to re-balance the grid’s resource mix to keep the lights on at affordable prices for all Americans and reverse the legacy effects of the Biden-Harris energy policies that continue to drive prices higher.  ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement after the House passed nine bills from the Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, Communications and Technology, and Energy Subcommittees:  “Technological innovation creates jobs, enhances our national defense, and develops new products and methods of consumer protection that improve Americans’ everyday lives. The Committee on Energy and Commerce is working to advance legislation to achieve these goals and expand the use of abundant and reliable baseload power,” said Chairman Guthrie . “I thank our sponsors for their commitment to these bills that will improve our cybersecurity and support American global leadership.”   The following E&C bills passed the House Floor this week:  H.R. 1770 – Consumer Safety Technology Act H.R. 1709 – Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act H.R. 1455 – ITS Codification Act H.R. 1766 – NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act H.R. 2037 – Open RAN Outreach Act, as amended H.R. 1717 – Communications Security Act H.R. 1618 – Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act, as amended H.R. 1765 – Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2025, as amended H.R. 3657 – Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act, as amended ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act . The legislation now goes to the desk of President Donald Trump.  “The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is a victory for the millions of American families who will receive a historic tax cut,” said Chairman Guthrie. “As part of this legislation the Committee on Energy and Commerce worked to secure major victories targeting waste, fraud, and abuse in federal spending. The bill strengthens Medicaid for those who need it most, ensures American energy dominance, and supports the rapid innovation of American industry. Thank you to President Trump and all our Committee members who worked tirelessly on this legislation.”  ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement after the House passed eight bills from the Health, Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, and Communications and Technology Subcommittees’ jurisdictions:  “ Today, a strong bipartisan majority voted to pass legislation to improve product safety, drive investment and connectivity for American communities, and promote safe, accessible care. These bills address widely different parts of Energy and Commerce’s jurisdiction, but they all make our country healthier and more prosperous,” said Chairman Guthrie . “ I thank all our sponsors for their hard work, and I look forward to the Senate’s consideration of these important bills. ”   Background:   The following E&C bills passed the House Floor today:  H.R. 2481 – Romance Scam Prevention Act  H.R. 1679 – Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025  H.R. 2269 – WIPPES Act   H.R. 1767 – Awning Safety Act of 2025  H.R. 1664 – Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025, as amended  H.R. 1520 – Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act  H.R. 1082 – Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act  H.R. 1737 – To direct the Secretary of Commerce to submit to Congress a report containing an assessment of the value, cost, and feasibility of a trans-Atlantic submarine fiber optic cable connecting the contiguous United States, the United States Virgin Islands, Ghana, and Nigeria. ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2483, the  SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization  Act, by a vote of 366 to 57. “After several years of bipartisan collaboration on the SUPPORT Act, the House of Representatives passed legislation to continue fighting the fentanyl crisis by improving access to treatment, expanding recovery opportunities, and bolstering prevention initiatives,”  said Chairman Guthrie.  “ The programs within the SUPPORT Act have made significant steps toward reducing the toll illicit fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances take on our communities. By reauthorizing this important legislation, we are increasing prevention initiatives, reducing drug-related deaths, and restoring hope for families. I thank my colleagues for their bipartisan commitment to saving lives.” Background: In 2018, President Trump signed into law the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act in response to the opioid epidemic that has ravaged communities across the country, particularly those in rural areas. H.R. 2483 , the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025, was reported to the full House from the Committee on Energy and Commerce by a roll call vote of 36 yeas – 13 nays. The SUPPORT Act: ·      Ensures first responders can access and administer naloxone; ·      Allows for enhanced SUD treatment options for pregnant and postpartum women; ·      Strengthens state PDMP systems; ·       Encourages individuals in recovery to participate in the workforce; and ·       Continues the supply of resources for Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers, which provide a full spectrum of treatment and recovery support services. ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement after the House passed S.J. Res. 31, to rescind the Biden-Harris Administration’s “Once-in, Always-in” rule, which permanently classified industrial facilities as “major sources” of emissions under the Clean Air Act, even if they made considerable investments in order to reduce their emissions. S.J. Res. 31 passed the House of Representatives with a vote of 216 to 212. “The passage of S.J. Res. 31 is essential to supporting American businesses who have worked to decrease emissions, and lower pollution,”  said Chairman Guthrie . “ The ‘Once-in, Always-in’ rule that was brought back under Biden-Harris Administration unfairly punishes businesses who have made investments in cleaner technologies. Repealing this backward rule is part of our work to unleash American energy and ensure that government red tape does not stand in the way of creating jobs and growing our economy. Thank you to Congresswoman Fedorchak for your work on this resolution.”   Background:    S.J. Res. 31 –  A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act,”  would overturn the so called “Once-in, Always-in” rule finalized in the final months of the Biden-Harris Administration that imposed significant burdens on energy producers, manufacturers and small businesses and created a disincentive for them to reduce their air emissions. S.J. Res. 31 was introduced by Sen. Curtis (R-UT) on March 6, 2025. H.J. Res. 79 was introduced by Rep. Fedorchak (ND-AL), on March 24, 2025 and cosponsored by Rep. Balderson (OH-12), Rep. Allen (GA-12), and Rep. Bentz (OR-02). The Senate passed S.J. Res. 31 on May 1, 2025 by a vote of 52-46.   ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act, by a vote of 215 to 214. “House Republicans have delivered on the promises we and President Trump made to the American people. The bill includes provisions passed by the Energy and Commerce Committee that strengthens Medicaid for those who need it most, establishes work requirements for able-bodied individuals, and ensures American energy dominance. This bill will provide vital support to communities and families across the country,”   said Chairman Guthrie.   “I look forward to working with the Senate to pass the bill and deliver it to the President’s desk.” ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Environment, along with other members of the Committee applauded the passage of three resolutions of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act to repeal disastrous electric vehicle (EV) mandates.   “The passage of these resolutions is a victory for Americans who will not be forced into purchasing costly EVs because of California’s unworkable mandates,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith . “If not repealed, the California waivers would lead to higher prices for both new and used vehicles, increase our reliance on China, and strain our electric grid. The passage of these three resolutions will help to protect Americans from some of the worst policies of the Biden-Harris Administration. Thank you to Vice Chairman Joyce, Congressman James, and Congressman Obernolte for your work to ensure that families and businesses can continue choosing the vehicles they need.” “American consumers, not out-of-touch politicians, should decide what vehicle best fits their individual needs,” said Congressman John Joyce, M.D. “Since I arrived in Washington, I have led this fight to protect consumer freedom and save the American auto industry from dangerous environmental regulations. As this legislation takes its first step toward reaching President Trump’s desk, I urge my colleagues in the Senate to support this bill to save our auto industry and protect the freedom of the open road.” “Michigan is not afraid of the future, but we demand to be a part of it. The Biden Administration left behind comply-or-die Green New Deal mandates that threaten to crush our trucking industry and drive-up costs for hardworking Americans,” said Congressman James. “I know — my family has a trucking company. Republicans are working hard to implement President Trump’s America First Agenda, and the first step is repealing the rules and waivers that fueled Bideninflation.” “I’m proud that the House passed my resolution to stop California’s unworkable engine emission standards from becoming national policy,” said Congressman Obernolte . “These regulations would raise costs for consumers, crush small businesses, and threaten critical supply chains across the country. It is Congress’ job to ensure that one state’s overreach doesn’t dictate how all Americans live, work, or drive.” Read an Op-ed from Chairman Guthrie, Vice Chairman Joyce, Congressman James, and Congressman Obernolte on these resolutions here . Background: The Clean Air Act generally preempts individual states from setting their own vehicle emission standards. However, section 209 of the Clean Air Act allows the Environmental Protection Agency to waive state preemption for California. This carveout was intended to allow California to implement stricter air vehicle emission standards to address “compelling and extraordinary circumstances” involving local air pollution – not to remake the auto industry and limit consumer choice nationwide.  The Biden EPA granted these waivers that have allowed California to ban sales of new gas, diesel, and hybrid vehicles, as well as heavy-duty trucks, while also mandating 100% electric vehicle sales by 2035. With approval of these resolutions, Congress is exercising its important oversight responsibilities and reining in the regulatory overreach of the previous administration.  H.J.Res. 88, led by Rep. John Joyce (PA-13), Vice Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, will repeal California’s Advanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) waiver, allowing the State to ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. H.J.Res. 87, led by Rep. John James (MI-10), will repeal California’s Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) waiver, which currently would allow the State to mandate the sale of zero-emission trucks. H.J.Res. 89, led by Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23), will put an end to California’s implementation of its most recent nitrogen oxide (NOx) engine emission standards, which create burdensome and unworkable standards for heavy-duty on-road engines. ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Mike Johnson (LA-04), Speaker of the House of Representative, issued the following statements after the House passed the Take It Down Act and 15 more Committee bills with overwhelming bipartisan support:  “Today, the House of Representatives, with overwhelming bipartisan support, passed legislation to reauthorize a key agency, secure American leadership in the coming years, provide more transparency in the pricing of certain goods, and finally provide real protections for Americans online from sexual exploitation,” said Chairman Guthrie. “This is an important day in our efforts to support and defend Americans in the digital age.”   “Today, the House took a critical step to combat the growing online publication of real and deepfake nonconsensual intimate images with the passage of the Take It Down Act,” said Speaker Mike Johnson. “I want to thank First Lady Melania Trump for championing this important legislation that empowers and provides protections to victims of online sexual exploitation. It also criminalizes the publication of nonconsensual intimate images and mandates their removal from online platforms once reported. The First Lady’s leadership has been instrumental in the bill’s passage, and we look forward to seeing this signed into law.”   Background:   The Committee on Energy and Commerce passed the Take It Down Act out of Committee by a vote of 49 yeas to one nay and the full House by a vote of 409 yeas to 2 nays.   The bill has been championed by First Lady Melania Trump, as well as survivors of deepfake sextortion schemes.   The following E&C bills passed the House Floor today:  H.R. 617 , American Music Tourism Act of 2025 H.R. 973 , Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act H.R. 1402 , TICKET Act H.R. 1442 , Youth Poisoning Protection Act, as amended S. 146 , TAKE IT DOWN Act H.R. 1479 , Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025 H.R. 2480 , Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 H.R. 1721 , Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act H.R. 859 , Informing Consumers About Smart Devices Act H.R. 2482 , NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025, as amended H.R. 866 , ROUTERS Act, as amended H.R. 906 , Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency Act H.R. 2444 , Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025 H.R. 2399 , Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 H.R. 2449 , FUTURE Networks Act H.R. 2458 , Secure Space Act of 2025 ###