Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Chair of the House Republican Conference, released the following statement after being named a Conferee for the Energy Policy Modernization Act (S.2012), the first comprehensive energy bill in nearly ten years.
"This legislation significantly reforms our energy and public lands practices to allow for innovation in Washington State," said McMorris Rodgers. "I am proud to be leading the hydropower and forestry reforms that are included in this bill, and I believe it is important they remain strong components in any final version. I look forward to strengthening this legislation and delivering for Eastern Washington. I am thankful for the opportunity to serve as a Conferee on this landmark energy package."