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FEDERALhearing transcript

Hearing on the Future of North American Energy Trade

Original title: THE IMPACTS AND FUTURE OF NORTH AMERICAN ENERGY TRADE

Record date · January 1, 2018

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What This Bill Does

This document is a transcript record of a December 2017 House on Energy hearing. Lawmakers and industry experts discussed the economic and strategic impacts of energy trade between the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Why it matters

The hearing served as a formal record for legislative consideration regarding energy policy and trade agreements that affect the cost and supply of fuel and electricity for U.S. residents.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Energy Industry Workers

Policy discussions regarding energy trade impact the regulatory environment and market conditions for energy sector employment.

Directly affected

U.S. Consumers

Changes in energy trade policy can influence the price and availability of fuel and electricity.

Key Facts

The hearing took place on December 13, 2017, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
The session was convened by the Subcommittee on Energy of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
The hearing focused on the impacts and future of energy trade within North America.
Four expert witnesses provided testimony representing the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, Resources for the Future, and the National Association of Manufacturers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?

The hearing was held to gather expert testimony and discuss the current state and future outlook of energy trade between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Who testified at this hearing?

Witnesses included representatives from the Global Energy Institute, American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, Resources for the Future, and ABB, Inc. (on behalf of the National Association of Manufacturers).

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Focus on North American Integration

The hearing highlights a 2017 legislative focus on integrating energy markets across North America.

House Committee on Energy and Commerce

Connected Entities

Fred Upton, House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Chet Thompson and 4 more

PersonFred Upton“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy”Map →

OrganizationHouse Committee on Energy and Commerce“The committee overseeing the hearing”Map →

PersonChet Thompson“President and CEO of American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers”Map →

PersonKaren A. Harbert“President and CEO of the Global Energy Institute”Map →

PersonAlan Krupnick“Senior Fellow at Resources for the Future”Map →

PersonBobby L. Rush“Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy”Map →

PersonAllen Burchett“Global Head of Strategic Projects at ABB, Inc.”Map →

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Controversy20
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