As a result, the permian basin would be closed if this proposal had been in place in New Mexico and Texas prior to the significant amount of production that is now occurring. This proposed land grab is nothing short of partisan politics meant to further restrict access to the oil and natural gas development that could reinvigorate the economy of the west slope of Colorado and help ensure energy security for all Americans. There are already stringent standards and requirements in place for oil and gas producers that aim at reducing environmental and cultural impacts. (1:09:15–1:09:35)
CLAIM
Asserts that the proposed plan is partisan politics aimed at restricting oil and natural gas development.
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