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Congressman Randy Kuhl has a new television ad. He’s complaining about Speaker Pelosi’s lack of attention to the gas crisis. Take a look for yourself.
Kuhl Campaign Manager Justin Stokes released the following statement in response to Eric Massa’s press call:
“Only Speaker Nancy Pelosi can set the agenda for the U.S. House of Representatives, and Speaker Pelosi has made it clear she won’t allow a vote on a comprehensive energy plan that includes drilling.
“If Mr. Massa is serious about disagreeing with Speaker Pelosi, maybe he should put his money where his mouth is and return the $14,000 in campaign contributions he’s received from Pelosi. Otherwise, his statement is just deceptive, hypocritical and highlights everything that’s wrong with the Democratic majority that’s leading Congress. The bottom line is a vote for Eric Massa is a vote for Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the do-nothing, drill-nothing Democratic-led Congress.”
Bath, NY - Kuhl Campaign Manager Justin Stokes released the following statement on Eric Massa’s Energy Plan 2.0:
“When one plan doesn’t work out for Eric Massa, he flips and tries something else. So, it’s not surprising that he released a revised energy plan today. Unfortunately, Mr. Massa can’t seem to get the facts straight and still wants to raise taxes that will be passed off to families, small business owners and farmers across Western New York. This plan shows Mr. Massa’s utter failure to understand our current energy crisis and how our country needs a comprehensive energy plan to achieve energy
independence.
“A vote for Eric Massa is a vote for a rubberstamp of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the do-nothing, drill-nothing Democratic majority in Congress who refuse to allow a vote on an energy plan that includes drilling. The hardworking families of the 29th Congressional District won’t be fooled, no matter how many plans he proposes.
“Mr. Massa’s Energy Plan 2.0 is heavy on the taxes, light on the facts and won’t do much to bring down the price of gasoline. But, hey, there’s always next time.”
MASSA FLIPS ON STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE
MASSA TODAY: “[R]elease 10% of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to drive down gas prices tomorrow.” (Massa for Congress release, 8/7/08)
MASSA IN JUNE: “Massa opposes releasing petroleum from the strategic oil reserve, mainly for national security reasons, but also because it won’t work: ‘Even if we drain every drop out of the Louisiana salt domes, it would have no effect on price at the pump.’” (www.fighting29th.com, 6/11/08)
MASSA DISTORTS THE FACTS
MASSA FICTION: “Require Big Oil corporations to start drilling in the … American soil and offshore sites they’ve already leased. If they refuse to drill, the federal government should rescind the leases .” (Massa for Congress release, 8/7/08)
FACTS: “[T]his policy already is the law of the land. Indeed, federal energy lease holders already must produce oil or natural gas within five to 10 years after drilling on the land begins - and the Secretary of the Interior has the power to cancel the lease if the energy company fails to comply.” (House Majority Leader John Boehner release, 6/16/08)
For Federal onshore competitive oil and gas leases, an oil company must have a producing well by 10 years. (Section 17(e) of the Mineral Leasing Act - Source: 30 U.S.C. 226(e))
For Federal offshore oil and gas leases, an oil company must produce energy between 5 to 10 years (in the government’s discretion). (Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act - Source: 43 U.S.C. 1337(b))
MASSA FICTION: “[T]here are currently 68 million acres of land . that have been leased by oil and gas companies, but are not being used.” (Massa for Congress release, 8/7/08)
FACTS: Brit Hume, FOX News Managing Editor: “The fact is that those leases on 68 million acres are already under a use it or lose it process..” (Fox News, 6/19/08)
The Houston Chronicle: “Under existing law, producers can lease a block for up to 10 years, but a company typically must begin producing oil or gas in that time or lose the lease.” (6/13/08)
The New York Times: “[C]ompanies give up their leases after either five years or 10 years if the area does not produce anything.” (6/26/08)
Representative John R. “Randy” Kuhl, Jr.’s campaign today announced that the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business association, has endorsed Kuhl for reelection.
“We must do everything we can to support small businesses in order to revive our economy,” said Representative Kuhl. “The National Federation of Independent Business shares my goal of standing up for small business owners by encouraging pro-business policies that lead to job creation. I appreciate their endorsement and look forward to working with them in the future.”
“Representative Kuhl has been a reliable ally of small business since being elected to Congress,” said Lisa Goeas, NFIB’s vice president. “He’s someone who has consistently stood with small business owners in the fight for a pro-growth agenda that seeks to provide entrepreneurs with affordable healthcare, less government intervention and meaningful tax relief.”
Kuhl is also a winner of NFIB’s Guardian of Small Business award, given to members of Congress who protect free enterprise.
NFIB is the nation’s leading small business association, with offices in Washington, D.C. and all 50 state capitals. Founded in 1943 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, NFIB gives small and independent business owners a voice in shaping the public policy issues that affect their business. According to NFIB polling data, small business owners and their employees make up 43 percent of registered voters in America.