NEW ORLEANS – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) headlined the American Council for Capital Formation (ACCF) Energy Summit in New Orleans, bringing together top industry leaders and federal, state, and local officials. In his remarks, Cassidy highlighted how smart energy policy is the key to international competition, domestic security, and prosperity.
“Smart energy policy is the key to making Louisiana and America more prosperous, competitive, and energy independent,” said Dr. Cassidy. “We’re bringing decision-makers here — to Louisiana, the energy powerhouse for our country — to accomplish these goals.”
The Summit featured eleven panels that explored bolstering U.S. manufacturing, securing energy independence, and understanding the future of AI in the energy sector.
“There’s no better place to have this conversation than right here in Louisiana, surrounded by its industry, workforce, and researchers. The Senator’s vision was to create a venue to foster dialogue among Louisiana stakeholders that was inclusive and open to the public. Today, he achieved that goal: the Summit convened 11 panels, 70 speakers, and 450 registered attendees,” said George David Banks, Chief Operating Officer, ACCF. “ACCF is grateful for Senator Cassidy’s leadership and looks forward to working with him and his team next year.”
Background
In May, Cassidy introduced legislation to strengthen power grids resiliency across the country by reauthorizing two U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) grant programs that help states and utilities invest in modernizing their grid infrastructure.
In April, Cassidy and Senate Republicans introduced legislation to protect the permitting process for U.S. energy, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure projects from frivolous lawsuits designed to stall judicial reviews of approved projects.
In February, Cassidy introduced legislation to make sure the United States maintains and grows its energy independence.