WASHINGTON – Today, Citizens for Responsible Energy Soultions (CRES) President Heather Reams released a statement in support of House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman’s (R-Ark.) discussion draft legislation to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and expedite permitting of clean energy projects across the country.
“Clean energy projects nationwide are being stalled by a pattern of frivolous lawsuits from extreme environmental groups,” said CRES President Heather Reams. “By streamlining the judicial process and ensuring timely approvals, we can maintain strong environmental standards while accelerating the development of clean energy. We are grateful for Chairman Westerman’s leadership and appreciate his continued work on permitting reform, which will accelerate projects that reduce emissions and deliver reliable, affordable clean energy to all Americans.”
On Wednesday, the House Natural Resources Committee announced a hearing for Chairman Westerman’s bill and others on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in 1324 Longworth House Office Building. CRES President Heather Reams is scheduled to testify at this hearing.