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States and Ag Groups Seek to End Biden WOTUS Rule in Court Cases

Utah Mining Association President Brian Somers recently testified before the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources, extolling the virtues of the state's diverse mining industry while at the same time issuing a stern warning to lawmakers.

Utah, like other fossil fuel rich states, has been listening to the words of President Joe Biden when it comes to energy development with some wariness and incredulity.

President Joe Biden has threatened to shut down the nation’s coal-fired power plants, end domestic production of oil and gas leasing and has put up roadblocks for new natural gas pipelines. But at the same time, green energy advocates say he is not moving fast enough toward a transition away from fossil fuels.

This July, Utah Business met with energy leaders to discuss trends in the industry, Utah renewables, and more.