King Opposes Pelosi's National Energy Tax

Statement

King Opposes Pelosi's National Energy Tax

Says Cap and Trade Bill Is "The Most Colossal Mistake in History of Congress"

Congressman Steve King today made the following statement after voting against Nancy Pelosi's energy tax legislation, also known as "cap and trade."

"Today liberal Democrats voted to slap a massive new energy tax on every American. This cap and tax bill increases energy costs for Iowa's families, farmers and small businesses and will cost millions of Americans their jobs. It forces American companies to comply with costly new regulations, while companies in foreign countries without these rules, like China, won't have to.

"In these tough economic times, why do liberals want to add to your family's burdens by raising your energy costs and giving China a leg up? This bill is the most colossal mistake in the history of this Congress.

"My only hope is this bill won't have the votes to pass the Senate. I encourage all Iowans and Americans to contact their Senators and ask them to oppose this cap and tax bill."

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