WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (R-WV) issued the following statement regarding President Biden’s climate Executive Actions: “At a time when millions are struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the last thing we need are policies that will eliminate of thousands of good-paying American jobs, increase energy costs, and putting our economic and national security at ri... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (R-WV) introduced a resolution highlighting the fundamental flaw in the Paris Climate Agreement that allows major economies like China to continue increasing emissions while America is subject to a more stringent standard. On his first day in office, President Biden used his executive authorities to reenter the United States into the Paris Agr... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement reacting to President Biden’s pledge to administer 100 million vaccine doses in the first 100 days: “Getting as many Americans vaccinated against COVID-19 as quickly as possible needs to be our top priority. Widespread vaccination is vital to getting back to normal in our lives and restoring our e... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) has been selected to serve as Ranking Member of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change. This subcommittee has jurisdiction over many environmental regulations and will be a central venue for debate over the Democrats’ climate change and energy agenda. “Being chosen to serve as Ranking Member is a great h... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) released the following statement announcing his intention to vote “no” on impeachment later today: “Last week the nation watched as a violent mob attacked the Capitol, disrupting and delaying a vital step in our electoral process. The mob damaged and stole property, assaulted members of law enforcement and caused five deaths, includin... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, U.S. Representatives David B. McKinley P.E. (R-W.Va.) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) introduced the PDMP Help Patients Act, which will help people suffering from addiction or mental illness locate treatment by linking information on treatment to the states' prescription drug monitoring program. “The COVID -19 pandemic has only further fueled our nations opioid epidemic,” ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) released the following statement announcing his intention to oppose objections to the Electoral College certification: “Each state conducts its election for President in a different manner, which has led to confusion and misunderstanding among the public. In the past, this system has generally worked. However, this year when the COVI... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) released the following statement after voting in opposition of the House Democrats’ rules package for the 117th Congress, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives today: “Just because you can do something, doesn’t mean you should,” said Rep. McKinley. “After losing seats and securing the smallest majority in nearly a century, Sp... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Reps. David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) and Kurt Schrader (D-OR) today introduced the Clean Energy Future through Innovation Act of 2020, a bipartisan proposal to accelerate the development and commercialization of clean energy technologies and establish clear and durable standards for their use in the electric power sector. The legislation would make significant investment... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (R-W.Va) secured a number of key energy provisions that were included in the omnibus. The package included the most robust energy policy reforms in more than a decade, including policies to help use coal and natural gas more cleanly and efficiently. “This bipartisan energy package is a major victory for America’s future. By increasing investme... Read more »
