American Energy Alliance Leads Coalition Letter in Support of American Energy Security and Competitiveness

WASHINGTON DC (04/16/2026) – Today, a coalition of 24 organizations, led by the American Energy Alliance, sent a letter to President Donald Trump and members of the United States Congress, urging a disciplined, evidence-based approach to rail regulation to ensure American energy security and economic competitiveness.

American Energy Alliance President Tom Pyle released the following statement:

“Reliable, affordable American energy relies not only on what we produce, but on how effectively and efficiently we move it. Rail transportation is critical for the movement of coal and crude, and linking production operations to manufacturers and export terminals. Policies that increase the cost and complexity of moving our resources, like the proposed Rail Safety Act, will inevitably affect our supply chains. The end result is higher energy prices for families and businesses across the country.

“This administration and this Congress have worked relentlessly to strengthen domestic supply chains and bolster energy security. Imposing sweeping new operational mandates on the way we transport that energy risks undermining those very goals. Burdensome new regulations will only hinder the long-term investments needed to maintain safe, efficient, and resilient energy transportation systems.”

AEA Experts Available For Interview On This Topic:

• Tom J. Pyle, President
• Kenny Stein, Vice President of Policy
• Alex Stevens, Manager of Policy and Communications

Additional Background Resources From AEA:

• Coalition Letter
• 300 Actions the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans Have Taken to Unleash America’s Energy Potential

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