U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) was the main speaker at the American Council for Capital Formation (ACCF) Energy Summit held in New Orleans. The event brought together industry leaders and officials from different levels of government to discuss energy policy and its impact on competition, security, and economic growth.
“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 included eleven panels focused on topics such as strengthening U.S. manufacturing, achieving energy independence, and examining how artificial intelligence may affect 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 of ACCF. “ACCF is grateful for Senator Cassidy’s leadership and looks forward to working with him and his team next year.”
Earlier this year, Senator Cassidy introduced several pieces of legislation related to energy policy. In May, he proposed a bill aimed at improving power grid resilience by reauthorizing two Department of Energy grant programs that support state and utility investments in modern grid infrastructure. In April, Cassidy joined other Senate Republicans in introducing legislation intended to protect permitting processes for critical infrastructure projects from lawsuits that could delay approved projects. In February, he also introduced a bill designed to help maintain and expand U.S. energy independence.
