Senator Bill Cassidy | Sen. Bill Cassidy Official Website
Senator Bill Cassidy | Sen. Bill Cassidy Official Website
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and 10 Republican colleagues have introduced a resolution to designate October 4, 2023, as National Energy Appreciation Day. This day aims to celebrate and honor the hardworking men and women who power the United States.
Highlighting the significance of the energy sector, Dr. Cassidy stated, "Over 140,000 Louisianans work in the energy sector each day. These men and women are the reason we have gas to put in our cars and electricity to turn on our lights. Thank you for all you do to power the American economy!"
Senator Lummis echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the tireless efforts of Wyoming energy producers. She said, "As this administration continues to put our domestic energy producers on the backburner with its war on American energy, it is essential that we pause to recognize and celebrate their invaluable contributions to our daily lives that we so often take for granted."
The resolution, co-sponsored by U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Jim Risch (R-ID), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), John Hoeven (R-ND), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), James Lankford (R-OK), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), aims to raise awareness about the vital role played by the American energy industry.
The energy sector not only supports economic growth and upward mobility but also ensures affordable, reliable, and efficient energy for the nation. Furthermore, advancements in domestic energy have significantly reduced emissions and improved life expectancy while decreasing the percentage of people living in poverty to less than 10%.
With over seven million jobs directly tied to the American energy industry, it ultimately supports more than ten million jobs across the United States. Additionally, federal oil and natural gas leases for offshore development brought in over $22 billion for the federal government in 2022. The U.S. oil and natural gas industry also contributes nearly $1.8 billion to the gross domestic product annually.
The introduction of the resolution to designate October 4 as National Energy Appreciation Day serves as a reminder of the crucial role played by energy workers in powering the American economy and maintaining the nation's energy security.
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