[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 67 (Thursday, May 6, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E772]
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          WE NEED AN ``ALL OF THE ABOVE'' ENERGY STRATEGY NOW

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                           HON. ADRIAN SMITH

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 6, 2010

  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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