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May 14, 2012
| The Washington Examiner
By Reps. Tipton and Graves: Red tape is strangling America's energy supply
As loudly as American families are demanding refuge from economic burdens like high gas prices, small businesses are now chiming in as well. Persistently high energy costs are forcing owners to reduce hiring and cut back on employee hours.
Apr 29, 2012
| Pueblo Chieftain
Tipton endorses wind power credit
U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton isn't missing any chances to speak up for Vestas-American Wind Technologies now that an expiring federal tax credit has become an issue in the 3rd Congressional District election.
Apr 29, 2012
| The Colorado Observer Op-ed
Guest Commentary: Cut Energy Prices by Cutting Red Tape
Recently, the three of us introduced a trio of bills in the House aimed at furthering an all-of-the-above energy approach that we believe the Obama Administration is only paying lip service to. Our bills seek to advance responsible development of renewables like hydropower and wind energy, along with traditional resources like oil and natural gas.
Apr 29, 2012
| Cortez Journal
Art winner
First prize winner Paul Bikis, Congressman Scott Tipton and Paul's mom, Linda Bikis, pose with Paul's artwork. He was the 3rd Congressional District Art Competition winner.
Apr 29, 2012
| Cortez Journal Editorial
Public Land Protection
In their work to gain national recognition for important public lands in Colorado, Udall, Bennet and Tipton have the potential to do much good: for the lands involved, businesses that stand to gain from visitors to the lands, and for responsive politics that reflect the shared values of their constituents. That alone is worth the effort.
Apr 29, 2012
| Durango Herald
Tipton, senators ask for Chimney Rock upgrade
On Friday, Colorado’s U.S. Sens. Michael Bennet, and Mark Udall paired with U.S. Representative Scott Tipton, R-Cortez, for a letter to the president. The delegation asked the president to use his authority with the Antiquities Act of 1906 in order to declare Chimney Rock a national monument.
Apr 29, 2012
| Durango Herald
Upgrade for Chimney Rock clears panel, advances to House floor
A multifaceted approach to make Chimney Rock a national monument, cleared a committee hearing Wednesday in the U.S. House of Representatives. U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton, R-Cortez, introduced his legislation last year. It went before the Natural Resources Committee and passed the markup process with a unanimous vote. The next step for the bill is to be presented to the House floor.
Apr 24, 2012
| Cortez Journal
Tipton holds art competition reception
Issues: Education
“I’m amazed by the incredible artistic abilities of the young people in my district,” Tipton said. “The students who have submitted works have made their families, schools and communities proud. I look forward to selecting a piece that represents the Third Congressional District to be displayed proudly in the U.S. Capitol.”
Apr 24, 2012
| KREX Channel 5 Grand Junction
Tipton introduces bill for onshore development
The bill would require a plan every four years by the Secretary of the Interior on how to better access onshore resources. The plan must include oil, natural gas, coal, wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal, oil shale and minerals needed for energy development.
Apr 24, 2012
| Denver Post Spot Blog
Fed up with inaction, Tipton pushes legislation to get Four Corners some local TV
Issues: Constitutional Issues
Reps. Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, and Jared Polis, D-Boulder, have signed onto Tipton’s measure. Sen. Michael Bennet, a Democrat, introduced similar legislation in the Senate last year. The proposed law relaxes FCC rules and enables cable operators to offer Colorado-based broadcasts by making the “Designated Market Area” less rigid and less one-size-fits all.
