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PA Chamber Responds to Shapiro’s Energy Plan

HARRISBURG – PA Chamber President & CEO Luke Bernstein today issued the following statement in response to the governor’s announced energy plan:

“Pennsylvania has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to become the energy capital of the world and a key hub for both traditional and emerging energy markets—but we need public policy that supports that goal. Right now, rising energy demand is outpacing our ability to bring new power generation online. To ensure reliable, affordable energy, Pennsylvania needs a comprehensive, all-of-the-above strategy that protects and expands job opportunities, drives economic growth and investment, and responsibly balances environmental considerations.

“The governor’s Lightning Plan includes important measures, such as tax incentives and permitting improvements, that can help attract private-sector investment—however, a carbon tax would undermine these efforts by discouraging reliable energy production, eliminating jobs, and driving up costs for families and businesses. We urge the governor to work collaboratively with stakeholders and the legislature to develop a balanced, forward-looking energy plan that positions Pennsylvania for long-term success.”

PA Chamber, Energy Coalition Urges Gov. Shapiro, Lawmakers to Support Pro-Growth Energy Policy

HARRISBURG – The Stop New Energy Taxes Coalition, led by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry and representing key industry associations across the state, today sent a letter to Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania General Assembly ahead of the governor’s budget address, urging them to prioritize policies that support Pennsylvania’s energy sector and avoid imposing new or increased energy taxes.

The letter emphasizes the vital role Pennsylvania’s energy sector, and natural gas industry in particular, play in driving economic growth, creating family-sustaining jobs, and ensuring an affordable and reliable energy supply. It warns that new energy taxes would increase costs for families and businesses, making the state less competitive for investment.

“Affordable energy is a cornerstone of Pennsylvania’s economic competitiveness,” the letter reads. “New energy taxes could increase costs for families and businesses while making Pennsylvania less attractive compared to states with more competitive, business-friendly environments.”

The coalition calls for bipartisan collaboration to maintain tax stability, streamline permitting, and foster innovation, ensuring Pennsylvania remains a leader in energy production and economic growth. The letter also highlights the success of the state’s Impact Fee, which has generated over $2.7 billion in revenue for Pennsylvania communities since 2012.

Full text of the letter is available here.

ICYMI: PA Chamber Op-Ed Highlights Advantages of Natural Gas

In case you missed it … RealClearPennsylvania today published a new op-ed from PA Chamber President and CEO Luke Bernstein discussing the transformative impact natural gas has had on Pennsylvania’s economy and its role in making the Commonwealth a global energy leader.

In the op-ed, Bernstein outlines how natural gas provides reliable and affordable energy that delivers significant savings for families and businesses alike, while fueling the state’s manufacturing sector. The piece highlights the significant role that natural gas has played in improving Pennsylvania’s economy, generating employment, and promoting sustainable energy development. Bernstein also warns against policies that could limit in-state energy production, emphasizing the potential to negatively impact Pennsylvania’s economy, increase prices, and destabilize the energy supply.

Full text of the op-ed is available here.