State of Oklahoma Archives: on Energy & Oil
Josh Breechen:
Tax credit for converting motor vehicles to clean fuel
State Sen. Breechen voted YES on May 6, 2013 on HB 2005: Extending tax credits for converting gas-powered vehicles to alternative energy sources (Concurrence vote passed House, 63-29).OnTheIssues Synopsis:- For tax years until 2020, there shall be
allowed a one-time credit against the income tax for investments in qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property placed in service after December 31, 1990.
- "Qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property" means:
- Equipment installed to
modify a motor vehicle which is propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel so that the vehicle may be propelled by a hydrogen fuel cell, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas.
- The equipment covered by this paragraph must
be new, not previously used to modify or retrofit any vehicle propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel and be installed by an alternative fuels equipment technician who is certified in accordance with the Alternative Fuels Technician Certification Act.
Source: OnTheIssues synopsis of Oklahoma voting records HB2005
May 6, 2013
Abby Broyles:
Reverse climate change while protecting jobs & way of life
Abby believes we should direct our efforts toward concrete steps to reverse climate change while protecting our jobs and our way of life. These steps include increasing the ability to use electric vehicles by investing in more EV charging stations
which could remove 11 gigatons of carbon dioxide by 2050, promoting smart thermostats and LED lighting for homes and offices to reduce greenhouse gases, and encouraging landscape designers to plant coverage on unusable land to reduce atmospheric CO2.
Source: 2020 Oklahoma Senate campaign website AbbyBroyles.com
Jul 26, 2020
Andrew Rice:
Opposes a windfall-profits tax
Rice said he supports certain tax cuts and opposes a windfall-profits tax. Rice said he would focus on energy and health care as well as redeploying troops out of Iraq and into Afghanistan during his first 100 days in Washington.
Inhofe’s plan also includes making the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts permanent, relaxing limits on individual retirement account contributions and temporarily eliminating the capital gains tax.
Source: 2008 Oklahoma Senate Debate reported in The Oklahoman
Oct 15, 2008
Brad Henry:
Streamline permitting process for new oil refineries
HB2810 expedites and streamlines the permitting process that prospective oil refineries must undergo before they can be built as part of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI).Summary by the Oklahoma City Journal Record (5/25/06):
: House Bill 2810, by state Rep. Lee Denney, R-Cushing, and Senate President Pro Tempore Mike Morgan, D-Stillwater, now goes to the Senate for a final vote. "This bill cuts out a large chunk of the bureaucracy that prevents the creation of new
jobs that contribute to Oklahoma's economic growth," said Denney. "Oklahoma has a rich history in the oil and gas industry, but there hasn't been a new refinery built in the United States in more than 30 years."
Legislative outcome:
Passed House 95-4-2 on May/24/2006; Passed Senate 43-0-5 on May/26/2006; Signed by Governor Brad Henry on Jun/7/2006.
Source: Journal Record on Oklahoma Legislature voting records HB2810
Jun 7, 2006
Chris Powell:
All energy production should treated equally before the law
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Prioritize green energy"?
A: Neither - All energy production should treated equally before the law.
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Oklahoma Governor candidate
May 15, 2018
Connie Johnson:
Streamline permitting process for new oil refineries
HB2810 expedites and streamlines the permitting process that prospective oil refineries must undergo before they can be built as part of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI).Summary by the Oklahoma City Journal Record (5/25/06):
: House Bill 2810, by state Rep. Lee Denney, R-Cushing, and Senate President Pro Tempore Mike Morgan, D-Stillwater, now goes to the Senate for a final vote. "This bill cuts out a large chunk of the bureaucracy that prevents the creation of new
jobs that contribute to Oklahoma's economic growth," said Denney. "Oklahoma has a rich history in the oil and gas industry, but there hasn't been a new refinery built in the United States in more than 30 years."
Legislative outcome:
Passed House 95-4-2 on May/24/2006; Passed Senate 43-0-5 on May/26/2006; State Sen. Connie Johnson voted YES; Signed by Governor Brad Henry on Jun/7/2006.
Source: Journal Record on Oklahoma Legislature voting records HB2810
May 26, 2006
Drew Edmondson:
Applauds oil and gas reps for backing up restoring GPT to 7%
Edmondson said Oklahoma should invest in its future by working to reduce its dependence on unstable income sources like the gross production tax and creating a capital improvement fund. Edmondson has also voiced his support for restoring GPT to 7% and
pledged to take the issue to a vote of the people should the legislature fail to make this necessary adjustment. He applauded a group of oil and gas professionals who have picked up that banner and are working on a ballot initiative to achieve that goal.
Source: 2018 gubernatorial campaign website DrewForOklahoma.com
Jun 23, 2018
James Inhofe:
No subsidies for wind and solar
Question topic: Governments should pay to develop wind and solar energy solutions when these are not economically feasible.
Inhofe: Strongly Disagree
Source: Faith2Action iVoterGuide on 2014 Oklahoma Senate race
Sep 30, 2014
James Lankford:
Promise of green energy is for the distant future
America has enough energy to meet the needs of our country and be independent, but our current energy and environmental policy discourages energy exploration in the United States.Wind, geothermal, solar, and hydroelectric
all show great promise for the distant future, but right now all of them combined can provide only a tiny fraction of our energy needs. We must explore, develop and transport all forms of American energy in a safe and efficient way for all Americans.
Source: 2021 Oklahoma Senate campaign website JamesLankford.com
Jun 21, 2021
Jim Bridenstine:
No credible evidence that CO2 affects global climate
Q: Do you believe that human activity is contributing to climate change?A: No. The Earth's climate has always varied substantially as demonstrated by pre-industrial human records and natural evidence.
There is no doubt that human activity can change local conditions, but on a global scale natural processes including variations in solar output and ocean currents control climatic conditions.
There is no credible scientific evidence that greenhouse gas atmospheric concentrations, including carbon dioxide, affect global climate.
I oppose regulating greenhouse gases. Doing so will significantly increase energy prices and keep more people in poverty.
Source: Oklahoma Congressional 2012 Political Courage Test
Oct 30, 2012
Joan Farr:
Climate change is real, but we can only do so much
I think climate change is happening, but we should not be spending an exorbitant amount of time, money and resources trying to stop it.
America is only one country in the world when you look at the bigger picture. We can only do so much.
Source: 2022 Oklahoma Senate campaign website JoanFarr.com
Dec 13, 2021
Joan Farr:
Don't spend exorbitant amounts to stop climate change
I think climate change is happening, but we should not be spending an exorbitant amount of time, money and resources trying to stop it.
America is only one country in the world when you look at the bigger picture. We can only do so much.
Source: 2022 Oklahoma Senate campaign website JoanFarr.com
Jul 19, 2021
Joe Dorman:
Streamline permitting process for new oil refineries
HB2810 expedites and streamlines the permitting process that prospective oil refineries must undergo before they can be built as part of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI).Summary by the Oklahoma City Journal Record (5/25/06):
: House Bill 2810, by state Rep. Lee Denney, R-Cushing, and Senate President Pro Tempore Mike Morgan, D-Stillwater, now goes to the Senate for a final vote. "This bill cuts out a large chunk of the bureaucracy that prevents the creation of new
jobs that contribute to Oklahoma's economic growth," said Denney. "Oklahoma has a rich history in the oil and gas industry, but there hasn't been a new refinery built in the United States in more than 30 years."
Legislative outcome:
Passed House 95-4-2 on May/24/2006; State Rep. Joe Dorman voted YES; Passed Senate 43-0-5 on May/26/2006; Signed by Governor Brad Henry on Jun/7/2006.
Source: Journal Record on Oklahoma Legislature voting records HB2810
May 24, 2006
Joe Maldonado:
Freer market will allow energy that is greener
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Prioritize green energy"?
A: No.
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Oklahoma Governor candidate
May 15, 2018
Joy Hofmeister:
Support Oklahoma business, including oil and gas industry
One of the main drivers of Oklahoma's economy has traditionally been the oil and gas industry. What would she do to support it, given that the nation's top Democrat, President Joe Biden, said during his campaign he would
work to put oil and gas companies out business? "I support all of our various businesses in Oklahoma, and we want to reduce red tape and barriers," Hofmeister said.
Source: Tahlequah Daily Press on 2022 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race
Dec 14, 2021
Kendra Horn:
Against Green New Deal; include oil and gas in energy policy
[On energy policy]: "Addressing issues like climate change and tackling it in a smart, sustainable way, is incredibly important," Horn said. "I've continued to work for an approach that includes oil and gas. It includes natural gas as part
of the overall approach and as Oklahomans, we know the importance of taking care of our environment. Let me be clear, I don't support the Green New Deal, we need smart and sensible policies that tale care of our energy security and energy independence."
Source: Fox 25 on 2022 Oklahoma Senate race
Oct 20, 2020
Kevin Stitt:
Protect oil and gas industry from radical liberals
We'll support our oil and gas industry and protect it
from radical liberals in Washington.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to the Oklahoma legislature
Feb 1, 2021
Madison Horn:
Invest in clean sources of energy to diversify our supply
- Invest in clean sources of energy to diversify our energy supply
- Work with companies to bring common sense regulation forward to protect our environment
- Utilize technological advances to reduce our carbon footprint
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Promote skill training and workforce development to take on new opportunities in the industry
- Evaluate our encroachment on the environment to protection and promote the preservation on natural habitats
Source: 2022 Oklahoma Senate campaign website MadisonHorn.com
Aug 24, 2022
Mary Fallin:
20% reduction in energy use among state agencies by 2020
Significant waste reduction can be pursued through energy efficiency. Two years ago I introduced the state's first comprehensive energy plan--a plan to both support the production of Oklahoma energy while also laying the groundwork for energy
efficiency initiatives in state government.As part of that plan, we passed legislation requiring a 20 percent reduction in energy use among state agencies by 2020.
I'm proud to report that we are on track to meet that goal, and to achieve a savings of over $300 million over the next eight years.
We're also working to convert the state's automobile fleets from traditional gasoline powered vehicles to compressed
natural gas vehicles (CNG). Using CNG cars and trucks will save taxpayers millions of dollars in fuel costs, support energy jobs, grow our state's revenue, and solidify Oklahoma's position as the national leader in CNG fueling stations per capita.
Source: 2013 State of the State to Oklahoma Legislature
Feb 4, 2013
Matt Silverstein:
Lead on new energy as well as old, including in-state coal
Hard work, entrepreneurialism, and free markets are the pillars of Oklahoma--that is why our energy industry has thrived. It's not because of government, or any politician, it's despite government.
Oklahoma has an abundance of natural gas as well as solar and wind resources, which Jim Inhofe has fought against.Our approach to energy must put Oklahoma first.
Matt won't allow special interests to guide his energy policy and he won't promote out of state resources over Oklahoma's own resources.
Matt believes the free market should guide our energy policy.
Oklahoma is in a unique position to lead on new energy as well as old and that is what we should be doing in a 21st Century economy. Oklahoma energy can and will lead our nation towards energy independence and away from the grasp of OPEC.
Source: 2014 Senate campaign website, MattForOklahoma.com, "Issues"
Nov 11, 2013
Mick Cornett:
Recognizes energy's role in workforce, sees future in wind
We feel like energy is a significant part of our workforce. It's a significant market sector that we need to continue to grow. And we're not tied just to fossil fuel-type energy. Our goal is for Oklahoma City to be one of the energy capitals of the
United States and the world, and we need to be viable in all of those categories, especially wind. As the Pickens Plan points out, this part of the country is rich in wind resources, and we need to be taking advantage of that in Oklahoma.
Source: PickensPlan.com on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Dec 17, 2008
Mick Cornett:
Move away from the oil and gas industry
Cornett discussed the importance of moving away from the oil and gas industry to provide revenue for the state. Stitt noted he would strive to create a level playing field for competition.
Cornett is expected to gain support from the independent oil industry, while Stitt would be backed by Chamber of Commerce members and the largest oil producers.
Source: Ballotpedia.org on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Aug 28, 2018
Mike Workman:
Support alternative energy to fight climate change
ENVIRONMENT: Fight results of global climate change.
Support alternative energy development and programs.
Source: 2016 OK Senate campaign website facebook/Workman-4-Oklahoma
Aug 8, 2016
Nathan Dahm:
Tax credit for converting motor vehicles to clean fuel
Dahm voted YEA on May 6, 2013 on HB 2005: Extending tax credits for converting gas-powered vehicles to alternative energy sources (Concurrence vote passed House, 63-29).OnTheIssues Synopsis:- For tax years until 2020, there shall be allowed a
one-time credit against the income tax for investments in qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property placed in service after December 31, 1990.
- "Qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property" means:
- Equipment installed to modify a
motor vehicle which is propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel so that the vehicle may be propelled by a hydrogen fuel cell, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas.
- The equipment covered by this paragraph must be new,
not previously used to modify or retrofit any vehicle propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel and be installed by an alternative fuels equipment technician who is certified in accordance with the Alternative Fuels Technician Certification Act.
Source: OnTheIssues synopsis of Oklahoma Legislature voting records
May 6, 2013
Nathan Dahm:
End tax credits for wind energy companies
Oklahoma State Senators Josh Brecheen and Nathan Dahm filed legislation that would end check-in-the-mail tax credit payouts paid to wind energy companies who are exempt from paying income taxes. Dahm said it was not right to pay wind energy tax credits
when the Legislature was raising taxes on other Oklahoma taxpayers. "We should not be taking money out of the wallets of every Oklahoman by raising their taxes while continuing to cut a check for $70 million to the wind industry every year."
Source: State Senate press release on 2022 Oklahoma U.S. Senate race
Apr 9, 2018
Scott Pruitt:
Staunch advocate for continued use of fossil fuels
Like Trump, Pruitt was a staunch advocate for the continued use of coal and other fossil fuels, voiced skepticism about mainstream climate science and was a fierce critic of the Paris climate agreement.
Trump cheered Pruitt's moves to expand fossil fuel production and roll back regulations opposed by corporate interests. After leaving the agency, Pruitt registered as an energy lobbyist in Indiana.
Source: The Guardian on 2022 Oklahoma Senate race
Apr 15, 2022
Scott Pruitt:
Streamline permitting process for new oil refineries
HB2810 expedites and streamlines the permitting process that prospective oil refineries must undergo before they can be built as part of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI).Summary by the Oklahoma City Journal Record (5/25/06):
: House Bill 2810, by state Rep. Lee Denney, R-Cushing, and Senate President Pro Tempore Mike Morgan, D-Stillwater, now goes to the Senate for a final vote. "This bill cuts out a large chunk of the bureaucracy that prevents the creation of new
jobs that contribute to Oklahoma's economic growth," said Denney. "Oklahoma has a rich history in the oil and gas industry, but there hasn't been a new refinery built in the United States in more than 30 years."
Legislative outcome:
Passed House 95-4-2 on May/24/2006; Passed Senate 43-0-5 on May/26/2006; State Sen. Scott Pruitt voted YES; Signed by Governor Brad Henry on Jun/7/2006.
Source: Journal Record on Oklahoma Legislature voting records HB2810
May 26, 2006
T.W. Shannon:
Tax credit for converting motor vehicles to clean fuel
Shannon voted YEA on May 6, 2013 on HB 2005: Extending tax credits for converting gas-powered vehicles to alternative energy sources (Concurrence vote passed House, 63-29). OnTheIssues Synopsis:- For tax years until 2020, there shall be allowed a
one-time credit against the income tax for investments in qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property placed in service after December 31, 1990.
- "Qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property" means:
- Equipment installed to modify a
motor vehicle which is propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel so that the vehicle may be propelled by a hydrogen fuel cell, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas.
- The equipment covered by this paragraph must be new,
not previously used to modify or retrofit any vehicle propelled by gasoline or diesel fuel and be installed by an alternative fuels equipment technician who is certified in accordance with the Alternative Fuels Technician Certification Act.
Source: OnTheIssues synopsis of Oklahoma Legislature voting records
May 6, 2013
T.W. Shannon:
Climate change a hoax to put oil and gas out of business
[On global warming]: "This thought that the man is in control of the climate and that we need to pass all these regulations, it's really just a foil for the left to try to put oil and gas out of business,"
Holland said of climate change. "Jim [Senator James Inhofe] said that it's the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on the American people, and I agree with it."
Source: FOX News on 2022 Oklahoma Senate race
Feb 25, 2022
Joy Hofmeister:
Work with oil & gas industry to craft policies suited to OK
Gov. Stitt said that Hofmeister joined the "Biden party," which he said has villainized the oil and gas industry. "My opponent joins the Biden party in the same year they canceled the Keystone Pipeline," Stitt said. Hofmeister switched parties from
Republican to Democrat in 2021 in order to run against Stitt for the governor's seat. Also in 2021, the Biden administration canceled the permit for the portion of the Keystone Pipeline that would have linked Canada and Montana; the
Oklahoma portion of the pipeline has been up and running since 2011.Hofmeister said she was "very concerned about the rhetoric we hear from the Biden administration."
"We also know that this industry, the energy sector has been under attack and
it is real," Hofmeister said. "We have still hundreds of wells that are not online. We do not have a state comprehensive energy plan." Hofmeister said she would work with industry leaders to craft policies suited to Oklahoma.
Source: The Journal-Record on 2022 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race
Oct 12, 2022
Kevin Stitt:
EPA is weaponized to restrict drilling on federal lands
Stitt said that Joy Hofmeister, his opponent in the governor's race, joined the "Biden party," which he said has villainized the oil and gas industry. "My opponent joins the Biden party in the same year they canceled the Keystone Pipeline," Stitt said.
Hofmeister switched parties from Republican to Democrat in 2021 in order to run against Stitt for the governor's seat.Stitt said the Biden administration has been weaponizing Environmental Protection Agency laws and has restricted drilling on federal
lands. "They have a Russian tanker at the Boston harbor trying to deliver natural gas to the East Coast instead of just building new pipelines," Stitt said. The United States has not imported any petroleum gases from Russia since 2019; a
Russian tanker made news for attempting to deliver natural gas in Boston in 2018, when former President Donald Trump was still in office.
Source: The Journal-Record on 2022 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race
Oct 12, 2022
Kevin Stitt:
Let's continue to embrace our "More of Everything" approach
Let's continue to diversify our energy grid and embrace our "More of Everything" approach. We are proud that Oklahoma ranks fifth in the nation for natural gas production, and sixth for oil production. And we're also ranked 10th in
the nation for renewables. My administration will continue to lead with efforts like becoming the nation's Hydrogen Hub. Oklahoma's affordable and reliable grid is the envy of the world and an undeniable competitive advantage.
Source: 2023 State of the State Address to the Oklahoma legislature
Feb 6, 2023
Kevin Stitt:
Make 2025 the year of the Energy Abundance Agenda
We have a wealth of natural resources to make our state the best place to do business. Our energy industry is a driving force in our economy, and when they are free from politically motivated barriers and overregulation, they can power our nation and
the world. That means more businesses can come online and more electricity can be generated in our state. I want to make 2025 the year of the Energy Abundance Agenda and continue to unleash Oklahoma's energy potential.
Source: 2025 State of the State Address to the Oklahoma legislature
Feb 3, 2025
Cyndi Munson:
Wind tower setback bill tantamount to a ban
One opponent, Rep. Cyndi Munson, D-OKC, argued it was an "alarming precedent set in this chamber" and the measure is "hurting our state." She maintained that it created property rights "but not for all" and the
bill was sending the message it "is a ban.""It's pitting neighbors and against neighbors," she said, referring to landowners who might want the wind towers located on their property.
Source: OK Energy Today on 2026 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race
Mar 26, 2025
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