Rep. Herrell Hosts Congressional Western Caucus in New Mexico

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Congresswoman Yvette Herrell (R-N.M.) this week hosted members of the Congressional Western Caucus in New Mexico to learn about New Mexico industries, tour research and development sights, and set a course for affordable and abundant American energy. The Western Caucus is the premiere bipartisan organization advocating for rural policy issues throughout the West, including over 60 members of Congress.

"I've been honored to host my colleagues in the Congressional Western Caucus as we planned to unlock low cost, American-made energy from bureaucratic red tape" said Rep. Herrell. "New Mexicans deserve good jobs and an affordable cost of living, and America deserves energy independence and excellence--we have the bountiful natural resources to deliver this great future, cleaner than anywhere else in the world."

"The energy industry in New Mexico embodies exactly why the Western Caucus supports American energy production," said Chairman Newhouse. "By developing oil and gas right here at home, energy producers are strengthening our national security and ensuring that rural communities can thrive. The people of New Mexico's Second Congressional District could not have a stronger advocate than Representative Herrell, and I am proud to join her in defending their way of life."

The Members participated in a policy roundtable featuring panelists who discussed the importance of domestic energy production, clean energy advancements within the oil and gas industry, and the important role energy production plays in New Mexico's economy. The lawmakers, congressional staff, and stakeholders toured the New Mexico Natural Gas Technical Training Facility to learn how New Mexico is preparing the future energy workforce and Sandia National Laboratories to see how scientists and researchers in the Land of Enchantment are developing cutting-edge drilling and clean energy technologies.

For more information on the Western Caucus visit to New Mexico, watch the exclusive report by KOAT 7 Action News.

Rep. Herrell's Western Caucus colleagues wrote a piece for the Albuquerque Journal (reprinted below) about her work for the Second District and the plan to build a strong and prosperous future for the families of New Mexico.

ALBUQUERQUE -- Congresswoman Yvette Herrell (R-N.M.) this week hosted members of the Congressional Western Caucus in New Mexico to learn about New Mexico industries, tour research and development sights, and set a course for affordable and abundant American energy. The Western Caucus is the premiere bipartisan organization advocating for rural policy issues throughout the West, including over 60 members of Congress.

"I've been honored to host my colleagues in the Congressional Western Caucus as we planned to unlock low cost, American-made energy from bureaucratic red tape" said Rep. Herrell. "New Mexicans deserve good jobs and an affordable cost of living, and America deserves energy independence and excellence--we have the bountiful natural resources to deliver this great future, cleaner than anywhere else in the world."

"The energy industry in New Mexico embodies exactly why the Western Caucus supports American energy production," said Chairman Newhouse. "By developing oil and gas right here at home, energy producers are strengthening our national security and ensuring that rural communities can thrive. The people of New Mexico's Second Congressional District could not have a stronger advocate than Representative Herrell, and I am proud to join her in defending their way of life."

The Members participated in a policy roundtable featuring panelists who discussed the importance of domestic energy production, clean energy advancements within the oil and gas industry, and the important role energy production plays in New Mexico's economy. The lawmakers, congressional staff, and stakeholders toured the New Mexico Natural Gas Technical Training Facility to learn how New Mexico is preparing the future energy workforce and Sandia National Laboratories to see how scientists and researchers in the Land of Enchantment are developing cutting-edge drilling and clean energy technologies.

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