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ICYMI: "A Commonsense Solution To Our Nation's Energy Dilemma"

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WASHINGTON – Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Bret Kugelmass, CEO of micro-modular nuclear energy developer, "Last Energy," co-published the following op- ed entitled, "A Commonsense Solution To Our Nation's Energy Dilemma" in the Washington Examiner. This op-ed details the importance of utilizing nuclear energy to solve our nation's long-term energy dilemma. Read the…

A Commonsense Solution To Our Nation's Energy Dilemma

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"A Commonsense Solution To Our Nation's Energy Dilemma" Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Bret Kugelmass  Washington Examiner – April 2, 2024 As two Americans focused on energy issues, one as a member of Congress and another as an entrepreneur, we often find ourselves in debates about how to best power society in the 21st century. While many of these debates focus on…

Demanding FEMA Stop NFIP Cost Increases in Southwest Florida

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"Demanding FEMA Stop NFIP Cost Increases in Southwest Florida" By Congressman Byron Donalds Published in "Life in Naples Magazine" – April 2024 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has recently informed various municipalities throughout our Southwest Florida community of their plans to eliminate much-needed discounts for certain National Flood Insurance Program…

U.S. Department of Energy Funds Historic Nuclear Energy Project Following Donalds-Led Effort

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WASHINGTON – On January 24th, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) sent a letter seeking to expedite the historic revitalization of Palisades Nuclear Power Plant with safe, reliable, and efficient nuclear energy technology. This project will mark the first time in American history that a closed nuclear plant is brought back to life. Representatives Troy Nehls (R-TX), John…

Donalds Addresses Potential Threats To The United States Financial System

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WASHINGTON - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) introduced legislation to require the Chairperson of the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC), to provide contingency plans for outside risks that disrupt the timing of payment on Treasury securities. The "FSOC Backup Plan Act" is the 73rd piece of legislation proposed by Congressman Donalds…

Donalds Leads Bipartisan Call For Nuclear Regulatory Commission To Revaluate Proposed Fee Increases

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) sent a letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) Office of the Chief Financial Officer encouraging the agency to reevaluate proposed fee increases for FY'24. The NRC's proposed fee increases would further impact businesses attempting to navigate the agency's already-burdensome licensing process and could harm the…

Donalds Joins Buchanan To Fight Illegal Alien Crime in Southwest Florida

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WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) joined Representatives Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Darrell Issa (R-CA) in support of legislation to ensure illegal aliens convicted of sexual assault are deported and permanently banned from the United States. On February 25th, an illegal alien in Charlotte County was arrested and jailed on sexual assault…