Congressman Michael R. Turner today issued the following statement in opposition to the Waxman–Markey Climate Cap & Trade Bill (HR 2454):
Congressman Michael R. Turner today issued the following statement in opposition to the Waxman–Markey Climate Cap & Trade Bill (HR 2454):
“I voted against both the $700 billion in TARP funding last October and the $800 billion economic stimulus in February. I opposed both because I felt they were poorly considered, did nothing to help those who lost their homes and jobs, and lacked specifics to show how these huge taxpayer investments would be spent. The nation is now racking up an enormous budget deficit and adding trillions to the national debt as a result of these hastily-passed spending plans.
“Likewise, the Cap & Trade bill that came before the House today fails to address the important energy needs Ohioans face everyday. This bill could prove devastating to many Ohio families and small businesses who are experiencing financial difficulties as a result of the current economic crisis. Because of our manufacturing base, the state of Ohio would be particularly hard-hit and the Third Congressional District even more so. Ohio’s manufacturing base has already suffered tremendously. This legislation would further burden our manufacturing base and cause additional job loss.
“Congress must move to enact policies that would help rebuild our economy, create more jobs, and provide consumers with reliable, affordable and renewable energy.”