State and federal lawmakers, regardless of political affiliation, are coming together to challenge planned cuts to certain clean energy projects by the Department of Energy (DOE). The lawmakers are particularly concerned about the potential impact on major hydrogen initiatives that are crucial for the country's energy future. Senate Democrats and a group of Republican state legislators are joining forces to urge Energy Secretary Chris Wright to uphold funding for these important projects. In a letter to Wright, the Democratic senators expressed deep concerns about the reported intention to eliminate clean energy projects that do not align with President Trump's priorities. They emphasized the need to honor existing legal agreements and respect the appropriations made by Congress for specific purposes. The lawmakers warned that canceling program funding and executed contracts could lead to adverse consequences for American consumers, such as higher energy prices and a less stable grid, hindering energy innovation. The proposed 'hit list' of projects includes those managed by the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), with initiatives like carbon management, Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs, industrial demonstrations, and long-duration energy storage being at risk. The potential cuts could jeopardize federal investments totaling over $20 billion aimed at advancing first-of-a-kind projects. Republican state legislators from Washington highlighted the importance of continuing funding for hydrogen hubs, particularly emphasizing the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. They stressed the role of the hydrogen economy in supporting American technology leadership and energy dominance. These legislators called for ongoing support for all hydrogen hubs, emphasizing the critical nature of projects like the PNWH2 hub, which is expected to create thousands of jobs and receive significant federal funding. The bipartisan push to protect clean energy projects, specifically hydrogen initiatives, reflects a shared commitment to advancing energy innovation, promoting job creation, and ensuring America's competitiveness in the global energy sector.