2020 House elections: on Environment
Blake Moore:
When setting environmental policy, prioritize state rights
Utah and other western states are at huge disadvantage with lopsided land ownership being controlled by the federal government. As your Congressman, tourism, recreation, energy diversity, agricultural opportunity, and conservation will always remain a
driving force for decision making. I believe public lands will benefit greatly from the current conversation of states' rights and local decision-making.
Source: 2020 House UT-1 campaign website ElectMoore.com
Dec 25, 2020
Chris Pappas:
Called on EPA to maintain & strengthen Clean Water Act
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has repealed, diluted or otherwise weakened many crucial parts of the Clean Water Act -- often at the behest of big polluters and in opposition to science and the public interest. Congress has the authority to
block these attacks on America's clean water. Reps. Debbie Dingell and Chris Pappas filed a resolution calling on the EPA to maintain and strengthen the Clean Water Act and end ongoing Trump administration efforts to undermine it.
Source: WMUR TV-9 on 2020 NH-1 House race
May 7, 2020
John Yarmuth:
Federal government must ensure access to healthy environment
The federal government has a responsibility to ensure access to a healthy environment. I am committed to working to find solutions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions so that future generations will have a more sustainable and healthier
environment. I will also continue to support legislative efforts that invest in new science and technology innovation, safeguard the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink, and strengthen environmental protections.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 KY-2 House race
Nov 3, 2020
Madison Cawthorn:
Top down federal agricultural regulations do not work
Q: Would you support efforts to standardize requirements for factory farm animal waste management for all animal agricultural sectors in North Carolina?
A: At this time I would not. Each different section of that industry has different needs and requirements, a top down, big government, Washington style approach would likely result in less efficiency and a decrease in overall waste management.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 NC-11 House race
Oct 9, 2020
Michelle Fischbach:
Farmers are best conservationists
A concern Fischbach said she's hearing is overregulation. Examples range from regulations on how contractors can classify employees to farmers' frustrations with Minnesota's buffer law. The buffer law might be a state law, but it's still considered
an overreach by many Minnesotans. Farmers want to be able to run their farms. They are the best conservationists. Their money is in their land and they won't abuse it, she said. Fischbach plans to bring concerns about overregulation to Washington.
Source: Marshall Independent on 2020 MN-7 House race
Jun 10, 2020
Mike Quigley:
I've been a member of the Sierra Club since I was 16
One of the most damaging legacies of the Trump administration will be its shameful sacrifice of clean air, clean water, and productive land to corporate polluters. My first job was at EPA and I've been a card-carrying member of the Sierra Club since
I was 16, which is why I believe that responsible environmental stewardship is among our most sacred responsibilities. I support strong enforcement of the Clean Air Act, NEPA, and other bedrock environmental protections, enhancing where necessary.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 IL-5 House race
Oct 9, 2020
Pete Stauber:
Supports EPA agreement on St. Louis River contamination
Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, and Stauber, announced the Environmental Protection Agency signed a $4.5 million agreement to remediate contaminated sediment in the St. Louis River Area of Concern on
Lake Superior. "Lake Superior is also a vital component of our tourism and shipping industries," Stauber stated. "By investing in the health and vitality of the St. Louis River, we are preserving this national treasure for future generations to enjoy."
Source: Brainerd Dispatch on 2020 MN-8 House race
Apr 1, 2020
Troy Carter:
Prioritize environmental justice
[At his inauguration]: "I will serve our district with every fiber of my being to ensure everyone has the chance to fulfill their hopes and dreams," he said after taking the oath from Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "There's a lot of hard work
ahead. Our district and the entire country need Congress to prioritize COVID relief, economic recovery, criminal justice reformand environmental justice. Now is the time for us to work together to put our country first."
Source: Lafayette Daily Advertiser on 2020 LA-2 House race
Apr 24, 2021
Troy Carter:
Prioritize criminal justice reform
[At his inauguration]: "I will serve our district with every fiber of my being to ensure everyone has the chance to fulfill their hopes and dreams," he said after taking the oath from Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "There's a lot of hard work
ahead. Our district and the entire country need Congress to prioritize COVID relief, economic recovery, criminal justice reformand environmental justice. Now is the time for us to work together to put our country first."
Source: Lafayette Daily Advertiser on 2020 LA-2 House race
Apr 24, 2021
Troy Carter:
Supports Green New Deal but not parts that would hurt LA
Both candidates said they supported Biden's decision to stop issuing new oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico while the administration considers whether royalty rates should be adjusted to reflect climate change. Carter said the nation should "wean
itself off fossil fuels" but stressed the industry's importance to Louisiana. "I support the framework of the Green New Deal. But the Green New Deal in totality has issues that would devastate Louisiana."
Source: The Center Square Louisiana on 2020 LA-2 House race
Apr 16, 2021
Page last updated: Mar 09, 2024