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Urging the United States Congress to take all necessary steps to authorize the production of energy from all potential domestic sources of supply; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the United States of America has been subjected to wanton acts of terrorism that threaten the peace and security of our great nation; and

WHEREAS, the citizens of the State of Georgia stand ready to join with their fellow citizens of the United States of America to promote national security and energy independence;

WHEREAS, Georgia recently experienced one of its coldest winters, and many residents received expensive oil and natural gas bills; and

WHEREAS, energy is the lifeblood of the American economy; and

WHEREAS, safe, reliable, and secure sources of energy are essential to the effective operation and deployment of America´s armed forces; and

WHEREAS, the United States has become dangerously dependent on overseas sources of energy, which is demonstrated by our reliance on foreign supplies for 56 percent of the crude oil we consume; and

WHEREAS, the security of the citizens and economy of the United States of America depend on reducing our reliance on overseas sources of energy; and

WHEREAS, the United States of America has abundant, untapped sources of energy, including oil, natural gas, and other forms of energy throughout the country.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that members of this body urge the United States Congress to take all necessary steps to promote the national security of the United States by authorizing the production of energy from all potential domestic sources of supply.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit appropriate copies of this resolution to Georgia´s congressional delegation.