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Wind energy at Iowa Lakes

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DES MOINES, IOWA, Apr 10 - Iowa Congressman Tom Latham will talk about the importance of wind energy as a critical component of an all-of-the-above energy policy to lower costs for hardworking taxpayers during a panel discussion at the Iowa Wind Energy Association's annual conference in Des Moines on Tuesday.

Congressman Latham will take part in a discussion focused on federal action that could impact Iowa's wind energy industry.

"Wind energy has a bright future in Iowa, and I'm excited to talk with Iowans about the important role wind energy can play in a national energy policy that lowers costs and strengthens our energy independence," Congressman Latham said.  "The lack of a common-sense energy strategy is slowing our economy and causing real pain for families, farmers and small business owners. It's time for real energy solutions that promote economic security and opportunity for hardworking taxpayers."  

Since last year, Congressman Latham has worked with a group of around 30 lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives to push for congressional action on a meaningful national energy policy that will unlock vast American energy resources while promoting conservation and innovative renewable energy sources.  

The House Energy Action Team congressional energy task force unveiled specific proposals in late March to help control gas prices and lower costs for the American people, including a freeze on new regulations on energy production that increase refining costs, which are then passed to consumers.

As gasoline prices and energy costs continue to soar, Congressman Latham noted that price hikes at the pump take a toll on the economy.  

"Current energy prices are placing tremendous stress on Iowa families," Congressman Latham said. "While the American people have been waiting for a common-sense, comprehensive energy strategy, Washington has answered with failed policies like the disastrous cap-and-trade scheme that, had it become law, would have smothered any chance for an economic recovery. It is time for a comprehensive energy policy made up of better ideas that provide better results for hardworking Iowans."