435 Podcast: Southern Utah

America's future hinges on balancing energy production, economic growth, and conservation

Robert MacFarlane

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Congressional Representative Celeste Maloy discusses energy needs, economic policy, and public land management while reflecting on America's approaching 250th anniversary.

• AI searches on smartphones require as much energy as driving an electric vehicle for a kilometer, highlighting our growing energy demands
• The "Big Beautiful Bill" made Trump tax cuts permanent, eliminated taxes on first $25K in tips, expanded child tax credit, and supported small businesses
• Medicaid and SNAP reforms aim to return to pre-COVID spending levels while ensuring benefits reach intended recipients
• Land transfer amendments for Washington County infrastructure faced opposition despite targeting specific parcels for roads, trails and water systems
• Legislation to help the Shivowitz Band of Paiute Indians develop their land would allow limited waivers of sovereignty to make contracts enforceable
• America's 250th anniversary provides opportunity to reflect on our resilience through Civil War, Great Depression and other challenges

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 [00:00:00] The 435 Podcast Introduction

[00:08:38] Energy Demands of AI Technology 

[00:13:05] Misconceptions About the "Big Beautiful Bill" 

[00:14:29] Making Trump Tax Cuts Permanent 

[00:27:37] Utah's Position for Energy Development 

[00:32:17] Public Land Debates and Amendments 

[00:36:33] Shivowitz Band Development Bill 

[00:40:10] America's 250th Anniversary Reflection