Senator Thune Discusses Rollback of Energy Regulations and Grid Concerns

Washington, D.C., April 30, 2025 — In a Senate floor statement delivered during the 119th Congress, Senator John Thune (R-SD) addressed ongoing efforts by the Republican-led Congress and the Trump administration to reverse a series of energy-related regulations enacted during the Biden administration.

Speaking on April 8, 2025, Senator Thune emphasized concerns regarding what he described as a restrictive regulatory approach over the past four years, particularly related to fossil fuel development, powerplant operations, and electric vehicle mandates. He stated that these policies placed undue strain on the nation’s electric grid and threatened energy security.

Senator Thune highlighted that the Environmental Protection Agency recently announced 31 deregulatory actions, including steps to reverse the Clean Power Plan 2.0 and the good neighbor rule. These actions, he noted, were aimed at averting the closure of fossil fuel-powered plants and maintaining a stable electricity supply.

In addition, Thune underscored revisions to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, which he said had implications for landowners, including farmers and ranchers. He expressed approval of the administration’s intent to consult stakeholders in crafting a revised clean water rule.

The Senator also addressed the planned termination of the electric vehicle mandate introduced during the Biden administration. He argued that such a mandate was impractical for rural areas, such as those in South Dakota, due to geographic and climate conditions.

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