Cole Remarks at FY26 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Bill Subcommittee Markup

Thank you, Chairman Fleischmann, and thank you to Ranking Member DeLauro, Ranking Member Kaptur, and to all the members of the subcommittee. 

Today’s measure is a cornerstone of American energy dominance. 

Under President Trump’s leadership, we are once again focused on lowering energy costs and advancing affordable, reliable, and secure power for the nation. 

The bill before us reflects that agenda in every measure. 

It makes historic investments to secure our energy systems and reduce reliance on foreign materials.

It unlocks technological innovation to propel advancements for the future. 

It provides robust funding for the Army Corps for high-priority waterways, flood control projects, and ports and harbors.

And it recognizes, that by leveraging our domestic resources, we will continue to produce the cleanest and most reliable energy in the world.

Importantly, the legislation is also critical to our defense. With a focus on deploying next-generation nuclear systems and modernizing assets that support submarines and aircraft carriers, we are strengthening deterrence and restoring readiness.

Chairman Fleischmann has developed a bill that reinforces our energy security, strengthens our economy, and builds long-term resilience.

I thank him, Ranking Member Kaptur, and the majority and minority staff for their hard work, and I look forward to supporting today’s measure. 

With that, I yield back.