Energy
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Energy is a key focus of jobs in southern New Mexico. I am working to encourage a broad approach that creates jobs and lowers the costs to our families, while reducing our dependence on foreign energy.
New Mexico is an energy-rich state, and we must allow Americans the freedom to capitalize on these unique resources. Burdensome regulations are killing jobs and driving up energy prices at a time when we can afford neither. I am working to encourage a broad approach that creates jobs and lowers the cost of energy for families and business. We should increase the supply of domestic gas and oil, while also developing greener sources of energy like wind, solar and nuclear power. We can protect our environment and reduce our dependence on foreign oil only if only we start harnessing all our sources of energy.
See also information on saving on gas and home energy expenses.