Brecheen highlights energy policy in third year in Congress
Legislative activity focused on energy and regulation
As U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen completes his third year in office, the Oklahoma congressman highlighted several legislative efforts that reflect his priorities on energy policy, federal regulation, and economic freedom.
Among the bills introduced in 2025 was the Energy Freedom Act, legislation aimed at repealing more than 20 green energy tax subsidies that were created or expanded under the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. Brecheen has argued that the subsidies distort energy markets and place unnecessary burdens on traditional energy producers.
Other legislation introduced by Brecheen during the year included the Healthy SNAP Act of 2025, which would exclude certain foods from eligibility under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and the USA First Act, which would redirect unobligated USAID funds into the FEMA Disaster Relief Fund.
Brecheen also introduced the DRIVE Act, a bill that would prohibit the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration from mandating speed limiters on heavy-duty commercial vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating above 26,000 pounds, an issue of concern for many in the transportation and energy logistics sectors.
Oversight efforts and federal accountability
Beyond legislation, Brecheen emphasized oversight work carried out during his third year. He led 134 Republican members of Congress in a public commitment to monitor the treatment of religious and ethnic minorities in Syria, focusing on whether sanction repeal conditions outlined in the National Defense Authorization Act are being enforced. The effort drew national attention, including coverage by Fox News.
Brecheen also led a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting a criminal investigation into actions taken by Jack Smith, the Biden administration’s special counsel, alleging violations of Fourth Amendment protections during Operation Arctic Frost. That letter was later covered in an exclusive report by The Blaze.
By the numbers: constituent and district activity
Brecheen’s office also released metrics highlighting constituent engagement and district outreach over the past year:
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85,137 miles traveled by staff for meetings, events, and town halls
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21,544 constituent letters responded to
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5,921 meetings or events with constituents, businesses, and community leaders
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1,521 commendation letters mailed
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571 constituents assisted with casework
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120 speaking engagements by field representatives
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106 media interviews conducted by Brecheen
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20 in-person town halls and one telephone town hall
Brecheen said the figures reflect a continued emphasis on constituent service alongside legislative and oversight responsibilities.