Rep. Troy Balderson (R-Ohio)
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Recent News About Rep. Troy Balderson (R-Ohio)
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HEAT Team commends Trump for coal-focused executive actions
The House Energy Action Team (HEAT) has expressed strong support for President Trump's recent executive actions aimed at bolstering American coal production.
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Balderson and Kelly reintroduce bill to address prescription opioid abuse
WASHINGTON D.C. – Representatives Troy Balderson of Ohio and Robin Kelly of Illinois have reintroduced the Remote Opioid Monitoring Act, aimed at assisting healthcare providers in managing opioid prescriptions and reducing abuse.
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EPA plans regulatory changes under Administrator Zeldin
Today, RSC House Energy Action Team (HEAT) Chairman Rep. Troy Balderson expressed support for EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's announcement to reconsider several EPA regulations.
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Ohio lawmakers introduce bill against EPA's reinstated nuisance rule
Congressmen Troy Balderson and Michael Rulli, alongside Senators Jon Husted and Bernie Moreno, have introduced legislation aimed at blocking a decision by the Biden Administration to reinstate Ohio's nuisance rule.
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Balderson reintroduces bill aiming to expedite critical power generation projects
U.S. Representative Troy Balderson has reintroduced legislation aimed at expediting power generation projects that enhance the reliability of the electric grid.
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Balderson discusses U.S. energy policy with industry leaders
House Energy Action Team Chairman Troy Balderson convened a roundtable on Capitol Hill with representatives from the American energy sector.
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Balderson and Pfluger introduce resolution recognizing U.S. natural gas as green energy
House Energy Action Team Chairman Troy Balderson and Republican Study Committee Chairman August Pfluger have introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to recognize American natural gas as an affordable and "green" energy source.
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Balderson appointed vice chairman of energy subcommittee on oversight
Congressman Troy Balderson has been appointed as the Vice Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
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Troy Balderson named chairman of House Energy Action Team
Congressman Troy Balderson of Ohio's 12th District has been appointed as the new Chairman of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT).
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Balderson introduces bill against climate risk guidelines for large financial institutions
Congressman Troy Balderson has introduced a bill aimed at nullifying guidance issued by the Federal Reserve, Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
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Balderson introduces bill aimed at improving electric grid reliability
Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) introduced new legislation aimed at improving the reliability of the electric grid by fast-tracking certain power generation projects. The Guaranteeing Reliability through the Interconnection of Dispatchable (GRID) Power Act would allow these projects to bypass the interconnection queue, which has seen wait times extend up to five years.
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Energy committee advances Balderson's resolution against Clean Power Plan 2.0
Congressman Troy Balderson’s (OH-12) Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to repeal the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan 2.0 advanced through the full Energy and Commerce Committee today.
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Resolution introduced celebrating American Motorcyclist Association's centennial
U.S. Representatives Troy Balderson (OH-12) and Tim Walberg (MI-5) have introduced a resolution congratulating the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) on its 100th anniversary this year. The AMA, based in Pickerington within Ohio’s 12th Congressional District, advocates for the rights and interests of over 200,000 motorcycle enthusiasts across the United States.
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Balderson holds energy roundtable at Guernsey Power Station
BYESVILLE, Ohio – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) held an energy roundtable Friday at the Guernsey Power Station, a state-of-the-art natural gas power plant that began operation in 2023. In attendance were over two dozen representatives from Ohio’s energy sector, including electric co-ops, utilities, natural gas producers, business groups, and power generators.
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Lawmakers introduce resolutions opposing Biden administration's Clean Power Plan 2.0
On June 5, 2024, Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) led a coalition of 138 House members in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval against the Biden Administration's regulations aimed at closing American power plants. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, concurrently introduced an identical resolution in the Senate with support from 43 colleagues.
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Balderson and Walberg Propose Resolution for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Congressmen Troy Balderson (OH-12) and Tim Walberg (MI-5) have introduced a resolution to recognize May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The initiative comes from Balderson, an enthusiastic motorcyclist and co-chair of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, who has been a longstanding advocate for enhancing safety measures for motorcycle riders.
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Balderson Challenges Biden's LNG Export Project Ban
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) raised concerns over the Biden Administration's decision to halt liquified natural gas (LNG) export projects during a recent hearing. The debate unfolded as Balderson confronted Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm during her appearance before the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security.During the exchange, Balderson questioned Secretary Granholm about the impact of increasing LNG exports on domestic natural gas prices. Granholm responded by stating, "It’s one of the issues...
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Balderson to Lead Effort to Overturn Biden Administration's Clean Power Plan 2.0
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Balderson from Ohio's 12th District has vowed to spearhead the campaign aimed at overturning the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Power Plan 2.0. The Congressman expressed deep concern over the EPA's decision to shut down reliable power plants, which he believes will have severe repercussions on the nation's energy security and grid stability.In a statement, Congressman Balderson criticized the EPA's latest rule, describing it as "catastrophic for our electric grid and disastrous for our energy security." He highlighted the...
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Balderson Introduces Resolution Recognizing Natural Gas as Green Energy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) has reintroduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to recognize American natural gas as an affordable and "green" energy source. Balderson highlighted the importance of natural gas in reducing carbon emissions, stating, "Ohio is home to a remarkable supply of natural gas that lies just below our feet."The resolution also emphasizes the significance of natural gas in Ohio, where it has already reduced carbon emissions from power generation by 38 percent. Rob Brundrett, president of the Ohio Oil and Gas...
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Balderson, Kelly Introduce Legislation to Combat Scams Targeting Seniors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Troy Balderson (OH-12) and Robin Kelly (IL-2) introduced the Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act, legislation aimed at raising awareness for scams targeting older Americans. The bill directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to update its web portal with information about scams targeting seniors. This portal would allow consumers to search for scams by region and access contact information for law enforcement and adult protective service agencies. It also directs FTC to work with media outlets and law enforcement agencies to...