Representative Troy Balderson

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Spring is in full swing here in Ohio—apologies to anyone fighting pollen allergies! That means warmer temperatures, longer days, and trees and gardens in full bloom.

In Washington, spring is also a time for setting the tone. What we do now sets the stage for the rest of the year.

This month, Republicans in the House and Senate passed a key resolution that allows us to begin crafting legislation to codify President Trump’s America First Agenda. From extending the 2021 tax cuts to cutting government waste, we’re working to draft and pass the president’s priorities in one big, beautiful bill.

I’ll be sure to keep you up to date as we make progress in the coming weeks, but in the meantime, I’ve been focused on several other issues that directly impact Ohioans.

Making Grid Reliability a Congressional Priority

As Chairman of the House Energy Action Team—HEAT, as we love to call it—my job is to help educate and equip House members on the most urgent energy issues facing the country. Right now, one of the biggest is making sure we have a reliable power grid.

Demand for electricity in Ohio and across the U.S. continues to grow, driven by a resurgence in American manufacturing, the rise of power-hungry AI systems, and the push to electrify everyday life. Historically, utilities and grid operators have managed to meet rising demand—but today, that balance is under serious strain.

To tackle this issue head-on, I brought together leading American energy experts to meet with lawmakers committed to strengthening American energy. The takeaway was crystal clear: the biggest threat to reliable power isn’t a lack of innovation—it’s bad public policy.

That’s why I’ve reintroduced the GRID Power Act, legislation that cuts red tape and fast-tracks critical energy projects as they seek to connect to the grid. With this bill, we can ensure our baseload power keeps pace with our economy—keeping electricity reliable and affordable for families, manufacturers, and small businesses alike.

Expanding Telehealth Access

As Co-Chair of the Congressional Digital Health Caucus, I’m working to bring federal health policy into the 21st century. One of the most promising areas of innovation is remote patient monitoring (RPM)—technology that allows doctors to care for patients from home, rather than the hospital or clinic.

RPM devices have the power to spot warning signs early, reduce hospital visits, and help people—especially seniors—live healthier, more independent lives. That’s why I reintroduced two bills this month:

The Expanding Remote Monitoring Access Act, which removes unnecessary restrictions so that more health care providers can offer these services to Medicare patients. This will lower long-term health care costs while improving outcomes and expanding options for seniors.
The Remote Opioid Monitoring Act, which takes aim at the opioid epidemic by empowering health care providers to better support patients prescribed opioids. The bill directs the federal government to study how RPM tools can help monitor these patients safely and effectively while ensuring adherence to their treatment regimen. This legislation first passed the House last year as part of a broader telehealth package.

These efforts are about more than just technology—they’re about putting patients first. By embracing innovation, we can deliver better care to more people in more places–especially for Ohioans living in rural communities.

Ohio EPA Director’s New Chapter

I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Anne Vogel on her appointment as Regional Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for Region 5, which includes Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Anne has been a good friend of mine for years. She is a dedicated public servant with a long track record of thoughtful, balanced leadership—qualities that made her an outstanding Director of the Ohio EPA.

As she takes on this new role, I’m confident Anne will continue to bring people together and deliver results. I look forward to working with her to protect our country's natural beauty while supporting economic growth.

Best of luck, Anne!

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Troy Balderson
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