Glacier Country News

WASHINGTON - Today, the House of Representatives passed Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke’s bipartisan resolution, H. Con. Res. 86, expressing Congressional disapproval of President Biden’s planned carbon tax. The Resolution passed the House Floor with a final vote of 222-196.

In opposition to Biden’s proposed carbon tax, Congressman Ryan Zinke emphasized, "Nobody produces energy more efficiently or cleaner than right here in the United States." Zinke highlighted the potential detrimental effects of the carbon tax on various sectors of the economy, including job losses, income reduction, and increased electricity expenditures.

Several other congressmen echoed Zinke's concerns. Indiana Congressman Greg Pence criticized the Biden Administration, stating, "It’s one disastrous plan after another." Alabama Congressman Gary Palmer highlighted the financial strain faced by Americans, with nearly 20 million individuals behind on utility bills due to high energy costs.

Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw emphasized the importance of affordable energy for American households, saying, "I want the American people to be able to afford the energy they need." Pennsylvania Congressman Scott Perry expressed the struggles of citizens in his region, noting that they can barely afford basic necessities like groceries, gas, and electricity.

Executive Director of Montana Petroleum Association Alan Olson warned that a carbon tax would further burden consumers who are already facing inflationary challenges. Heather Reams, President of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions, emphasized the need to reward America's efforts in emissions reduction.

Zinke, alongside several U.S. congressmen, sponsored the resolution to oppose Biden's carbon tax plan. The bill garnered support from various representatives across different states, reflecting a bipartisan stance against the proposed tax.

Prior to the House vote, Zinke delivered a speech outlining the negative consequences of implementing a carbon tax, stressing its potential to harm the American economy and national security. Zinke emphasized, "The answer is not to punish American producers, or Americans for having a resource and using them wisely."

The passage of this bipartisan resolution signifies a significant stance against President Biden’s planned carbon tax, reflecting concerns about its potential adverse impacts on the economy, national security, and American households.