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Apr 29, 2012
| Pueblo Chieftain
Tipton endorses wind power credit
U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton isn't missing any chances to speak up for Vestas-American Wind Technologies now that an expiring federal tax credit has become an issue in the 3rd Congressional District election.
Apr 29, 2012
| The Colorado Observer Op-ed
Guest Commentary: Cut Energy Prices by Cutting Red Tape
Recently, the three of us introduced a trio of bills in the House aimed at furthering an all-of-the-above energy approach that we believe the Obama Administration is only paying lip service to. Our bills seek to advance responsible development of renewables like hydropower and wind energy, along with traditional resources like oil and natural gas.
Apr 24, 2012
| Denver Post Spot Blog
Fed up with inaction, Tipton pushes legislation to get Four Corners some local TV
Issues: Constitutional Issues
Reps. Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, and Jared Polis, D-Boulder, have signed onto Tipton’s measure. Sen. Michael Bennet, a Democrat, introduced similar legislation in the Senate last year. The proposed law relaxes FCC rules and enables cable operators to offer Colorado-based broadcasts by making the “Designated Market Area” less rigid and less one-size-fits all.
Apr 24, 2012
| Cortez Journal
Tipton holds art competition reception
Issues: Education
“I’m amazed by the incredible artistic abilities of the young people in my district,” Tipton said. “The students who have submitted works have made their families, schools and communities proud. I look forward to selecting a piece that represents the Third Congressional District to be displayed proudly in the U.S. Capitol.”
Apr 24, 2012
| KREX Channel 5 Grand Junction
Tipton introduces bill for onshore development
The bill would require a plan every four years by the Secretary of the Interior on how to better access onshore resources. The plan must include oil, natural gas, coal, wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal, oil shale and minerals needed for energy development.
Apr 15, 2012
| KKCO Channel 11 News Grand Junction
Discussion with Congressman Scott Tipton
Issues: Energy Environment and Public Lands, Constitutional Issues, Economy and Jobs, Fiscal Responsibility
Join us in the KKCO 11 News studio with Congressman Scott Tipton as he discusses his views on several issues impacting Colorado and the United States in general.
Apr 15, 2012
| Durango Herald
Tipton pushes bank legislation during visit
In a meeting with the editorial board of The Durango Herald on Wednesday afternoon, Tipton reiterated his opposition to government’s zealous intervention in business, said congress should lower and flatten tax rates, and decried the growth of the national debt.
Apr 15, 2012
| Alamosa Valley Courier
Tipton meets with business leaders
U.S. Representative Scott Tipton (R) on Wednesday met with local business leaders to hear their concerns and share his philosophy about the importance of small businesses. A businessman representing the 3rd Congressional District for Colorado, Tipton said only 17 percent of congress has actually worked in the private sector.
Apr 15, 2012
| Pueblo Chieftain
Less regulation called small business salve
U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton hosts employer roundtable in Alamosa: Congressman Scott Tipton emphasized the need to cut back on regulatory burdens and increase the access to capital for small businesses Wednesday.
Apr 15, 2012
| Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
Tipton vows fight over ski areas' water
If a lawsuit doesn’t force a reversal of the U.S. Forest Service’s plans to require ski areas to sign over water rights to the federal government, U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton, R-Colo., is prepared to introduce legislation, he told Club 20 on Saturday.
