Each week we’ll be reporting on some of the activities of our army members across the country. If you are interested in getting involved in your state, visit the State and District Leaders page here: https://pickensplan.com/district-leaderboard/
Legislative Update
The total number of co-sponsors for the NAT GAS Act (HR 1835): 146 Members of Congress
Is your Member of Congress a co-sponsor? Find out here: https://pickensplan.com/inyourstate
Highlights
- New York District Leader Jon Hand reports that as a result of his persuasive speech on the Pickens Plan (given two weeks ago for a college class requirement at Pace University) several class members have signed up. In addition, Jon reports that the speech has sparked many discussions with classmates on the Pickens Plan.
- Regional Director Ed Matricardi followed up with VA Governor Bob McDonnell’s office regarding the Pickens Pledge and a potential Executive Order regarding converting state government fleet vehicles to alternative energy sources – particularly natural gas.
- Washington District Leader Tom Bougher is attempting to coordinate with other district leaders in WA state for their participation/support in a 2011 Regional Energy Summit to be held in July 2011 in Western Washington.
- Texas army member Clair Moore talked with new members of the Texas House of Representatives at freshman orientation. She urged them to support natural gas legislation in Texas.
Want to get involved in your State? Click here: https://pickensplan.com/district-leaderboard/