Ted Cruz files bills to repeal natural gas tax, offshore drilling ban – IOTW Report

Ted Cruz files bills to repeal natural gas tax, offshore drilling ban

(The Center Square) –

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, filed a new bill to bolster U.S. energy production, led by the Texas oil and natural gas industry.

Cruz on Thursday filed a bill to repeal a tax on natural gas imposed on the industry through the Inflation Reduction Act. The IRA solely passed with Democratic support and imposed several new taxes and regulations on the U.S. oil and natural gas industry.

“Democratic policies have forced Americans to endure historic inflation and economic pain, and have jeopardized American energy independence and national security,” Cruz said. “It’s time to unleash American energy. The 2024 election was a mandate for new policies.” read more

3 Comments on Ted Cruz files bills to repeal natural gas tax, offshore drilling ban

  1. “Why does the congress have to pass laws to overturn executive orders that are completely unconstitutional?”

    Is it being enforced? Yes it is. What would you suggest? Do nothing? This is probably the most expeditious way to end this. Or we could do nothing. Dang.

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