Issue Position: Energy

Issue Position

America must become energy independent -- not only as a matter of national security, but also to stop the massive transfer of wealth to foreign countries. We need an energy policy that encourages the safe development of all forms of energy including nuclear, clean coal, natural gas, wind, solar, geothermal, oil, and hydro power.

Sandy opposes "Cap and Trade" legislation that would place a national energy tax of $900 a year on American families and put 120,000 Florida jobs at risk. If Cap and Trade passes, our local economy---more so than other states -- will suffer. Families will pay higher utility rates and millions of jobs will be destroyed. We need an energy bill that saves jobs, improves our economy and promotes technology and innovation while moving our country towards energy independence.

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