Congressman Bill Huizenga has introduced a resolution compelling Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to disclose meetings with non-governmental organizations (NGOs). This action aims to shed light on potential influences on the Biden administration's energy policies, particularly concerning groups with ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) advocating for energy bans or seeking federal funding.
Huizenga's concern stems from a prior report revealing Granholm's meeting with Jules Kortenhorst, then-CEO of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), a group promoting gas stove bans. RMI has received substantial federal funding for green energy projects and has collaborated with the Chinese government on transitioning from fossil fuels. The organization also maintains an office in Beijing.
The resolution comes amidst Republican efforts to counter the Biden administration's perceived push to regulate gas stoves, including proposed Department of Energy standards potentially affecting many current gas stove models. Huizenga argues that the administration has not been transparent about its intentions regarding gas stoves and expresses concern about potential undue influence from groups linked to China.
This resolution aligns with other Republican-led initiatives like the Save Our Gas Stoves Act and the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act, both aimed at limiting regulations on gas stoves. Huizenga and Rep. Alex Mooney also introduced the Stop Trying to Obsessively Vilify Energy Act to prevent federal agencies from banning gas appliances.
In February, the Department of Energy introduced regulations impacting consumer gas-powered stovetops.
Rep. Bill Huizenga has raised concerns about potential impacts on American families and businesses.
