Rob Hogg in 2016 IA Senate race
On Energy & Oil:
Wind & solar power work; Keystone pipeline unneeded
The good news is that solutions to climate change already are known, State Sen. Rob Hogg says. It's just a matter of getting Congress to act on implementing them: "We have lots of solutions that work," Hogg said. We don't need the Keystone pipeline.
We don't need the Bakken pipeline."What is needed is more solutions like the hybrid and all-electric vehicles Hogg talked about at the kick-off of his "climate solutions" tour at an electric vehicle charging station at Paulson Electric in
Cedar Rapids. The tour that will include a stop at Luther College's solar array.
"These solutions work," Hogg said. "Solar power, wind power, other renewable energy sources, electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, rail, walkable
and bike- ag solutions that build the carbon content of our soil and retain the nutrients on the land, investments in natural resources and investments in infrastructure to safeguard people and property from extreme weather events."
Source: Sioux City Journal on 2016 Iowa Senate race
On Energy & Oil:
It is time to act on climate change
Hogg would like to see Congress act soon on renewing the wind energy tax credit that was allowed to expire in Dec. 2014, extend the solar energy tax credit before it expires in 2016, support the EPA's clean power plan that sets state thresholds for
sustainable energy & support an upcoming UN international agreement on climate change. "It is time to act on climate change," he said. "Millions of Americans are acting to address climate change. We need Congress to join the fight against climate change.
Source: Sioux City Journal on 2016 Iowa Senate race
On Education:
Excellent schools are of utmost importance
On the economy, Hogg knows effective government can help build a vibrant economy that works for all people. Higher wages will contribute to increased spending,boosting our economy in turn.Education is one of the areas for which
Hogg has fought hard in the Iowa Legislature.Affordable college education and excellent schools are of utmost importance. He sees the need for more math and science opportunities to prepare students for the future.
Source: Forbes Magazine OpEd on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Mar 15, 2016
On Energy & Oil:
Expand solar power, wind energy, ethanol
In the Iowa Legislature, I have worked with citizens and legislators across party lines to pass legislation to assist Iowans with flood recovery and invest in flood protection; to expand solar power, wind energy, ethanol, and biodiesel for jobs and the
environment; to invest in soil conservation and clean water; to strengthen education from early childhood to college and job training; to provide health insurance for children and low-income working families.
Source: 2016 Iowa Senate campaign website, RobHogg.org
Oct 9, 2015
On Technology:
Invest in flood protection & soil conservation
I have worked across party lines to pass legislation to expand solar power, wind energy, ethanol, and biodiesel for jobs and the environment; to invest in soil conservation and clean water; to strengthen education from early childhood to college and job
training; to provide health insurance for children and low-income working families; to support senior citizens and veterans; to promote better health including mental health and public safety--government's first responsibility.
Source: 2016 Iowa Senate campaign website, RobHogg.org
Oct 9, 2015
On Environment:
Urgently address challenges of environmental sustainability
In announcing his bid for the U.S. Senate, Democratic state Sen. Rob Hogg vowed to be an environmental stalwart. Hogg touted his environmental credentials, saying he's been a champion for wind and solar energy efforts, biodiesel, ethanol, soil
conservation and clean water. "I believe we urgently need to address the dangers of climate change as well as other challenges of environmental sustainability," Hogg said. "None of us asked for these problems, but we can't afford to ignore it."
Source: The Gazette on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Sep 24, 2015
On Government Reform:
Focus on campaign-finance reform and voting rights
Hogg identified the pillars of his campaign as campaign-finance reform, combating climate change and getting Congress to work, calling a government shutdown "one of the most unpatriotic things Congress can do."Hogg cited his experience with flood
recovery & flood protection, mental health efforts & work on education bills. He plans to include in his campaign gun control, raising the minimum wage, and "protecting civil rights, voting rights & marriage rights, because we don't want to go backward."
Source: The Gazette on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Sep 24, 2015
On Health Care:
Supports the Affordable Care Act
Republicans are already painting Hogg as "just another down-the-line liberal," citing his support for the Affordable Care Act,
opposition to the Keystone Pipeline and examples of votes for tax increases.
Source: The Gazette on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Sep 24, 2015
On Energy & Oil:
Address climate change with solutions that work for economy
Getting Congress to address climate change is critical, Hogg said. "This is a very large challenge," he said. "And there's not a single solution. There are thousands of solutions. And the good news is a lot of those solutions work for our economy.
They create jobs, help businesses, help farmers, help consumers. So we need to do a whole range of things to address climate change. And we'll talk more about that in detail, but the bottom line is we need to act."
Source: Des Moines Register on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Sep 22, 2015
On Government Reform:
Repeal the Citizens United Supreme Court decision
Hogg said he will focus on campaign finance reform, including repealing the Citizens United Supreme Court decision, which opened the door for unlimited super PAC spending.
Hogg said the biggest challenge to his campaign will be raising enough money to allow him to travel to "communicate with Iowans across our state." He said social media will help with that goal.
Source: Des Moines Register on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Sep 22, 2015
On Abortion:
Restricting abortion for "women's safety" won't win approval
Despite emotional testimony from women who claimed they were harmed by abortions, Iowa lawmakers were told that legislation to create a new cause of action based on physical injury or emotional distress is unnecessary and would have a chilling effect on
abortion providers. The bill's House Sponsor said the legislation is consistent with the U.S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision that said the state has a legitimate interest in protecting the safety of women.Lobbyists for the Iowa Medical Society
and the ACLU-Iowa told lawmakers the cause of action exists in current law. Singling out one medical procedure will have a `chilling effect` on physicians who offer that service. The bill `feels like an attempt to intimidate providers,`
added a representative of Planned Parenthood Voters of Iowa.
Approval in the Senate seems unlikely, according to Judiciary Chairman Rob Hogg, D-Cedar Rapids, who said he was unaware of the proposal.
Source: Quad City Times on 2016 Iowa Senate race
Feb 13, 2014
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