As Chairman of the Utah Federation of College Republicans, I represent young conservatives who believe in the power of free markets, limited government, and American ingenuity. Clean energy should be about more than just environmental rhetoric, it should be about energy independence, economic strength, and national security.

Thanks to Senator Curtis’s leadership in preserving clean energy tax credits, Utah and the nation are better positioned to unleash innovation, create high-quality jobs, and reduce our dependence on foreign regimes. This is a clear example of how conservative solutions can deliver real results without growing the size of government or burdening taxpayers.

Republicans don’t need to mimic the left to lead on energy. We just need to stick to our principles, encouraging competition, empowering American workers, and keeping our nation strong. Senator Curtis understands this, and he’s showing that conservative leadership on energy isn’t just possible, it’s necessary.

We thank him for standing up for conservative values and delivering commonsense energy solutions that put America first.

Tyler Boyles is the state chairman of the Utah Federation of College Republicans.