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Josiah Neeley is a Resident Senior Fellow for the Energy and Environmental Policy Program at the R Street Institute. He has a bachelor's degree in government and philosophy from the University of Texas and a juris doctor from Notre Dame Law School. He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and family.

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FEMA

What Happens When FEMA Buys Your House?

As hurricane damage mounts, the government is buying—and sometimes seizing—homes in flood-prone areas, sparking concerns over property rights and accusations of discrimination.

Josiah Neeley | 10.11.2024 1:50 PM

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Energy efficiency

New York Times Blames 'Deregulation' for Regulated Electric Costs

Deregulated states may spend more on transmission, but that part of the market is still heavily regulated.

Josiah Neeley | 1.6.2023 11:45 AM

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Gasoline

The Colonial Gas Shortage Is Temporary, Bad Energy Policy Is Not

Making it easier to add energy capacity won’t prevent hacking hiccups, but it would help keep energy flowing.

Josiah Neeley | 5.12.2021 5:45 PM

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Texas

The Texas Blackout Blame Game

Neither wind power nor deregulation are responsible for the Texas power disaster.

Josiah Neeley | 2.22.2021 10:00 AM