Energy Independence and Security
Energy independence is vital for our economy and national security. Pat supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy that leverages America’s natural resources and drives innovation in renewables and nuclear power. By prioritizing domestic energy production, we can lower costs, create jobs, and reduce reliance on foreign adversaries.
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December 16, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.R. 3632, the Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025, legislation that improves transparency and planning across the electric grid by requiring advance notice before major power plants are retired or taken offline. The bill is designed to prevent sudden losses of generation capacity that can strain the grid, increase costs, or raise the risk of outages for families and small businesses.
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Energy Independence and Security
December 11, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted today to pass H.R. 3638, the Electric Supply Chain Act, a bill aimed at giving the United States a clear and honest understanding of the vulnerabilities inside the nation’s electric grid. With demand projected to surge and major generation sources scheduled to retire, the legislation ensures policymakers know exactly where the supply chain is exposed before those weaknesses turn into real consequences for American families.
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Energy Independence and Security
November 20, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.R. 1949, the Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act, legislation that removes federal barriers on natural gas imports and exports and restores America’s ability to meet rising energy demand at home and abroad.
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Energy Independence and Security
September 4, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.R. 4553, the Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026, legislation that directs federal funding for U.S. energy innovation, nuclear security, water infrastructure, and flood control.
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Energy Independence and Security
July 14, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Jeff Waksman has been around long enough to know that nuclear research projects often begin and end with flashy news conferences.
July 2, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, landmark legislation that delivers the largest tax cut in American history, locks down the southern border, and restores fiscal and military strength after years of Democrat failure.
May 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.J. Res. 88, a resolution blocking the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s waiver that would let California ban gas-powered vehicles and force electric mandates across the country. This vote defends Americans’ freedom to drive what they want and pushes back against one-state rule.
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Energy Independence and Security
April 30, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.J. Res. 89, a resolution to block the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s waiver allowing California to impose extreme new low-NOx emissions mandates on trucks and heavy-duty engines.
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Energy Independence and Security
April 30, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.J. Res. 87, a resolution to block the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s waiver allowing California to impose extreme new emissions mandates on heavy-duty trucks. This action defends American truckers, protects supply chains, and pushes back against California’s overreach.
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Energy Independence and Security
April 29, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) released the following statement marking the first 100 days of President Donald J. Trump's second term: