On behalf of the over 500 member companies of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), we write to express our strong support for H.R. 26, the Protecting American Energy Production Act. As the leading advocate for the aggregates industry, NSSGA represents producers of essential materials—including industrial sand, a key component in hydraulic fracturing—that is foundational to America’s energy and infrastructure sectors. This legislation is a critical step toward ensuring the continued responsible development of our nation’s energy resources. By prohibiting federal bans on hydraulic fracturing, this bill preserves a process that has significantly contributed to U.S. energy independence, reduced costs for consumers and strengthened domestic energy security. Industrial sand plays an essential role in hydraulic fracturing, serving as a proppant that enhances oil and natural gas recovery. Maintaining a stable and predictable regulatory environment is not only vital for America’s energy producers but also for the suppliers and industries that support them