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John Katko on Energy & Oil
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Focus on accessing more North American energy
The United States must continue efforts toward achieving energy independence, including a focus on developing renewable sources and accessing more North American energy. As a part of that, consumers must be allowed to make free market
choices, and new technology should not be forced upon them. Most importantly, Central New Yorkers need relief from ever-rising energy rates.
Source: 2014 N. Y. House campaign website, JohnKatkoForCongress.com
, Nov 4, 2014
Supports Keystone XL but regulate greenhouse gases
Q: Do you support building the Keystone XL pipeline?A: Yes.
Q: Do you support reducing restrictions on offshore energy production?
A: Yes, but in a balanced, level fashion.
Q: Do you believe that human activity is contributing to climate change?
A: Yes.
Q: Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?
A: Yes, but not at the expense of consumer choice.
Source: VoteSmart 2014 N. Y. Congressional Political Courage Test
, Aug 30, 2014
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