America's Energy Needs

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AMERICA'S ENERGY NEEDS -- (House of Representatives - May 02, 2006)

(Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, today, the average cost of a gallon of unregulated gasoline in Columbia, South Carolina, is 72 cents higher than the price of May 2005.

Yesterday, I met with dozens of constituents at the West Metro Chamber of Commerce building who expressed their serious concerns about the rising gas prices and America's energy crisis. Fortunately, Republican leaders have announced a series of realistic, short-term steps to reduce the cost of gasoline. By opening up ANWR, banning price gouging, streamlining boutique fuels, and encouraging innovation for advancements in hydrogen technology, we are supporting realistic measures that will immediately help American families.

As we continue to actively address America's energy needs, Minority Leader Pelosi and House Democrats should support this critical mission. Gas prices continue to soar, and our country cannot afford for Democrats to continue to support policies that restrict American energy supplies.

In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11.

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