Energy and Environment
Energy independence and combating climate change is a flagship issue for Congresswoman Pelosi.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today on a procedural motion to allow the consideration of H.R. 1689, the Big Oil Welfare Repeal Act of 2011, which ends one of the most egregious tax breaks for Big Oil. Below are the Leader’s remarks as prepared for delivery.
“Mr. Speaker, right now, across the country, families, workers, and small businesses are feeling the pain of the price at the pump.
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Washington, D.C. - Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Earth Day, which is tomorrow:
“Since the first Earth Day 41 years ago, Americans have come together on this occasion to improve the air we breathe and the water we drink. In recent years, we have celebrated Earth Day with the climate crisis first in mind, knowing that future generations are counting on us to have the vision to see the problem of global warming and the wisdom to confront the danger.
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Washington, D.C. - Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the one-year anniversary of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico:
“One year ago, the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico resulted in a tragic loss of life and an environmental disaster. In the aftermath of that catastrophe, we made a commitment to America’s families and businesses: to rebuild the Gulf Coast and make local families whole, and to help ensure that a spill of this size and scope never happens again.
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at luncheon to recognize the recipients of the 2011 Goldman Environmental Prize today in the Capitol Visitor Center. The prize honors international grassroots heroes who make sustained and significant efforts to protect and enhance the natural environment. This year, the honorees come from the United States, Zimbabwe, Russia, Germany, El Salvador, and Indonesia. Below are the Leader’s remarks:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Obama’s speech on America’s energy security:
“American energy independence is an essential part of winning the future; it’s about our national security and our economic competitiveness. We can fuel American prosperity by creating jobs in a clean, green way.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee held a hearing today on creating jobs now in America, protecting the taxpayer, and securing our energy future. The hearing emphasized actions the 112th Congress should take to create jobs, bolster the middle class, and strengthen our economy through innovation and new clean energy technologies. Below are the Leader’s remarks:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement regarding the bipartisan House leadership meeting with President Hu Jintao of the People’s Republic of China:
“I appreciated the opportunity to join Speaker Boehner in extending our welcome to President Hu Jintao to the United States Capitol. The U.S.-China economic and trade relationship, North Korea, and human and religious rights in China and Tibet were among the issues discussed at the meeting.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the visit of President Hu Jintao of the People’s Republic of China:
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Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement in response to the announcement today by U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk that the United States will initiate a Section 301 investigation on the policies of the Chinese government in respect to trade and investment in green technology. On September 28, 2010, a bipartisan group of 181 members of congress sent the attached letter to President Obama calling for this 301 investigation.