Washington, DC – Climate Leadership Council CEO Greg Bertelsen issued the following statement on Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Representative Suzan DelBene’s (D-WA-1) Clean Competition Act. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Peter Welch (D-VT) are cosponsors. It is co-led in the House by Ami Bera (D-CA-06), Don Beyer (D-VA-08), and Kathy Castor (D-FL-14), and cosponsored by Representatives Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19) and Judy Chu (D-CA-28).
“Senator Whitehouse and Representative DelBene’s Clean Competition Act is among a highly strategic set of proposals to leverage America’s carbon advantage, boost U.S. competitiveness, and lower global emissions. By playing to the strength of our lower-emitting industries, we can create a more level playing field for U.S. manufacturers, outcompete economic rivals, and compel better environmental performance globally. The Council appreciates Senator Whitehouse and Representative DelBene’s longstanding leadership on this issue, and we look forward to continuing the thoughtful exploration of climate and trade policies in Washington.”