US Congress considers bipartisan energy permitting reform bill in lame-duck session
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Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Sen. Mike Lee, Sen. Martin Heinrich
United States
November 2026
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Lawmakers are set to consider the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026. The bill aims to speed up permitting for large energy and infrastructure projects. Environmental groups are divided, with some fearing it weakens environmental protections.
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