[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 13] [House] [Page 18394] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]COMPREHENSIVE ENERGY REFORM; THE TIME FOR CONGRESS TO ACT IS NOW (Mr. LATTA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.) Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I spent the month of August traveling throughout my district speaking with my constituents about what issues matter to them most. Hands down, energy prices are their number one concern. As I toured factories, management explained how the rising cost of energy was forcing them to raise the cost of their products, oftentimes making foreign-made goods more appealing to consumers. When I met with farmers, they explained the high cost of fuel, fertilizer, and chemicals. Some farmers are spending over $900 a day to run their tractors. At our county fairs and events throughout the district, families described the impact of high gas prices and how it is affecting their spending and savings plans, putting their financial future and stability into jeopardy. During these discussions, I took pride in telling everyone that House Republicans were fighting during the entire August recess for lower energy costs with an ``all of the above'' plan that includes the responsible recovery of our natural resources in addition to further development of renewable and alternative energy. Without comprehensive energy reform, our constituents and economy will continue to suffer. It's time for Congress to act now. ____________________