As the Senate begins consideration of President-elect Trump’s nominees, Senator Heitkamp has requested input on nominees that should get her vote. The LEC has expressed its support for the following nominees that will have a significant impact on the lignite industry:
• Environmental Protection Agency Administrator – Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt.
• Department of Interior Secretary – Montana Representative Ryan Zinke.
• Department of Energy Secretary – Former Texas Governor Rick Perry.
Feel free to add your support by clicking on the following link: http://www.heitkamp.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=north-dakotans-input-on-presidential-nominees