Beaver County News

House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail, alongside Rep. Jim Gregory and other lawmakers, hosted a hearing titled “Balancing Your Budget and Thermostat: Consumer-Focused Energy Policy” on April 2, 2024. The purpose of the hearing was to discuss ways to protect consumers by controlling the costs of energy in Pennsylvania.

During the hearing, various speakers provided insights on the importance of consumer-focused energy policies. Mike Butler, the mid-Atlantic executive director of the Consumer Energy Alliance, emphasized the need to prioritize consumers when shaping energy policies. Steve Kratz, the president of the Pennsylvania Chemical Industry Council, highlighted the impact of energy costs on industries and the economy. Emily Stipe, senior manager of federal and state advocacy at Vistra Energy, shared perspectives on advocating for consumer interests in the energy sector.

The event took place at the U.S. Hotel Tavern in Hollidaysburg, PA, where committee members and testifiers engaged in discussions regarding energy affordability and consumer protection. The hearing aimed to address the challenges faced by consumers in managing energy expenses and explored potential solutions to ensure a balanced approach to energy policy.

For those unable to attend in person, the hearing was livestreamed on PAGOPPolicy.com, offering broader access to the valuable discussions and insights shared during the event.

Media contact for the event was Nancy Nilson, who can be reached at 717-260-6238 or nnilson@pahousegop.com for further inquiries or information related to the hearing.