WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R.26, the Protecting American Energy Production Act. This legislation protects American oil and natural gas production by preventing any President from declaring a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing unless authorized to do so by law.

“The American people gave Republicans a mandate to unleash American-made energy, reduce energy costs, and restore energy independence,” said Rep. Simpson. “During President Trump’s first term, the United States achieved energy independence for the first time in 70 years. With a new Republican trifecta, we are determined to reclaim this victory. Passing critical legislation to restore energy dominance and protect American energy production puts us back on track toward energy independence.”

Rep. Simpson is the Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Subcommittee and serves as a senior member of the House Energy and Water Development Subcommittee, two critical subcommittees that influence energy policy in the United States.

The Protecting American Energy Production Act passed with a vote of 226-188. The full text of the bill is available here.