Hudson Votes for Jobs, Energy Security

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after voting to approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline:

“Despite findings from the State Department that the Keystone XL pipeline will not have a significant environmental impact and the fact that the majority of Americans support this critical project, President Obama continues to block construction. This is further proof that this administration is not focused on America’s priorities.

“Today’s vote to approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline is just one part of my commitment to focusing on an all-of-the-above energy strategy that enables us to take advantage of our resources in a responsible way, create jobs and lower costs for everyone. I remain committed to working with my colleagues in the 114^th Congress to advance America’s priorities – growing our economy, promoting job creation and moving our country towards energy security. It’s time for the President to put down his veto pen, end his war on affordable energy and join us.”

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