The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is turning its attention to nuclear energy as lawmakers and the Trump administration hash out how to promote the technology.
Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs is bringing in a pair of think tank officials to talk about the industry’s future.
“America is at risk of falling behind in the global energy race — and that should concern every one of us. The hard truth is that excessive regulations and red tape from previous administrations have stifled private-sector innovation, preventing us from fully unleashing America’s energy potential,” Chair Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) said in a statement announcing the hearing.
“Fortunately,” he said, “the Trump Administration is implementing common-sense policies designed to redefine power generation and open new pathways to solving our domestic energy challenges.”
