Energy & Climate Change
Energy
As the energy capital of the world, Texas continues to power homes and business, while also leading into the future through green energy transitions. Generating more wind-powered electricity than any state in the nation, our state forges into the future while also staying true to its oil and gas origins. Through legislative action, Congresswoman Crockett looks to expand upon green energy achievements, so that costs are lowered, reliability is increased, and emissions are reduced and offset.
Climate Change
We face an existential crisis, but we can also be a part of the solution. Congresswoman Crockett is determined to lead the charge in electrification, and adoption of renewable fuels. A just transition is possible, and money and energy can and will be saved in the process. We know that communities of color are hardest hit by the adverse effects of climate change, and Crockett is working to ensure that green initiatives are put in place for the betterment of TX-30.
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WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) commended the Biden-Harris Administration for announcing that the Department of Commerce designated North Texas as one of 31 Tech Hubs throughout the United States. Established through the CHIPS and Science Act, the new Tech Hubs program aims to identify and invest in regions with high potential for specific burgeoning technology industry sectors.
WASHINGTON — Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) announced $3.7 billion in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds to help lower heating costs for American families this winter. $176,424,054 has been allocated for households in Texas, which can be distributed to low-income households to lower heating costs in winter months or cooling costs in summer months depending on need.
WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) released the following statement after House Republicans failed to pass a continuing resolution bill to prevent a government shutdown. Republicans have until the start of the new fiscal year, October 1, to pass a funding bill to keep the government open and functioning.
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) joined Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and her fellow Committee Democrats in sending a letter to Chairman James Comer urging Committee Republicans to join Committee Democrats in conducting a serious investigation into dangerous prison conditions across the country.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) and Congressman Max Miller (OH-07) introduced the bipartisan Farm to Fuselage Act that would update the Farm Bill to facilitate increased domestic production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel. As the House Agriculture Committee begins drafting text for the 2023 Farm Bill, Crockett and Miller are making it clear to the Committee that supporting Sustainable Aviation Fuels ("SAF") is a critical bipartisan priority.
WASHINGTON – Today, during a House Agriculture Committee markup on cryptocurrency, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) introduced an amendment to the bipartisan cryptocurrency regulation bill which would strengthen regulations on the crypto industry, namely regarding the provisional registration framework administered by the CFTC and SEC. The amendment would:
1) require that anyone trying to file a notice of intent to register must do so with a physical address,
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) and Congressman Colin Allred (TX-32) sent a letter urging the House Appropriations Committee to pass supplemental funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The effort comes after concern that state-level programs across the south and southwest may not be able to provide all eligible families and individuals with this critical assistance during this extreme heat.
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) introduced the bipartisan Senior Nutrition Task Force Act to establish a special working group to combat hunger and malnutrition among senior citizens and adults with disabilities. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) co-leads the House bill, and Senators Susan Collins (ME) and Bob Casey (PA) introduced a companion bill in the Senate.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) joined Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) introducing the Delivering For Rural Seniors Act. This bipartisan legislation would allow seniors living in rural areas, seniors with disabilities, and those with mobility or transportation issues to receive home delivery services from food banks participating in the Commodity Supplemental Food Program.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Crockett applauded her fellow Texan, Senator John Cornyn, and Senator Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico for introducing the SHOPP Act in the U.S. Senate. This is companion legislation to Crockett's bill introduced in the House with Rep. Mark Alford (MO-04) on May 9, 2023.