Senate Weighs Energy Permitting Bill

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1. 8 Nov

   The firm said the Democratic win “likely emboldens voices arguing bill gives too many concessions” to the oil and gas industry.

   2 outlets · Daily Caller
2. 9 Nov

   House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is opposing the Bill in its current form, arguing it hasn’t received enough input from House Democrats.

   3 outlets · The Straits Times

Coverage 9 articles

• 10 Nov Senate advances bill to speed up permit reviews for infrastructure projectsThe Senate voted 73-25 on Monday to advance bipartisan legislation aimed at expediting permit reviews for infrastructure projects, including datacenters and energy facilities. Backers like President Trump see it as crucial for reducing delays in clean energy and fossil fuel projects, while critics from environmental organizations argue that the bill weakens safeguards against pollution and endangers wildlife…The Guardian
• 10 Nov US Senate advances energy permitting Bill opposed by some Democrats, tribesOn November 9, the US Senate voted 73-25 to advance debate on a bipartisan energy permitting bill aimed at speeding up approvals for infrastructure projects while adding new requirements for consultation with tribes and expanded state roles in transmission planning. Senators Martin Heinrich and Sheldon Whitehouse, who co-authored the Bill with Republicans Shelley Moore Capito and Mike Lee, argue that the recent…The Straits Times
• 9 Nov Trump Pushes To Speed Pipeline, Power Plant Approvals Before Democrats Take OverPresident Trump is urging senators to pass a bipartisan bill before Democrats take control of Congress next year, which would speed up permits for pipelines, mines, and power plants. The bill needs at least 60 votes to advance due to the Senate's filibuster rules. It also includes provisions to make large computing users like data centers pay for their own electricity infrastructure. Negotiations were led by…Daily Caller
• 9 Nov Senate votes on bill to speed up projects from gas pipelines to clean energyThe Senate is scheduled to vote on Monday for the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (Baaja), a bill aiming to streamline large infrastructure projects by rolling back environmental protections. The bill faces opposition from climate advocates, Indigenous groups, and some Democrats who argue it weakens laws like the National Environmental Policy Act and accelerates construction of gas pipelines and ICE…The Guardian
• 9 Nov Senate weighs sweeping energy legislation in first major action since midterm electionsThe Senate is scheduled to vote on bipartisan legislation aimed at accelerating permitting reviews for infrastructure projects, including data centers and energy facilities, in response to growing demand for electricity and other forms of energy. President Trump has endorsed the bill, which would expedite the approval process for both clean energy and fossil fuel projects, while industry groups support it and…Toronto Star
• 9 Nov Permitting bill emerges as Congress' first test of how to tackle data center furyA bipartisan energy bill, known as the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA), is set for debate in the Senate on Monday, aiming to address voter concerns over data centers and electricity costs. The legislation would expedite approvals for new power plants and lines while requiring major data center operators to contribute more to grid upgrades. Despite support from some Democrats like Senator…The Independent
• 9 Nov This Bipartisan Energy Deal Could Clear the Way for Trump’s ArchThe Senate is set to vote on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA), which aims to streamline regulatory processes for energy infrastructure development. Introduced by Senators Sheldon Whitehouse, Martin Heinrich, Mike Lee, and Shelley Moore Capito in September, this bill would ease federal environmental regulations to expedite projects like transmission lines and power plants. However, it faces…Mother Jones
• 9 Nov Trump says he backs energy permitting Bill on eve of Senate votePresident Donald Trump endorsed a bipartisan energy permitting Bill that aims to expedite federal approval for major infrastructure projects. The endorsement came via social media on November 8 as the Senate was set to vote procedurally on the measure the following day. While supported by oil companies and renewable energy developers, the Bill faces opposition from environmental groups and some Democratic lawmakers…The Straits Times
• 8 Nov Voters Most Worried About Power Bills Backed Democrats 2-To-1. Here is What Their Win Means For EnergyAfter Democrats won the 2026 midterms, a bipartisan energy permitting deal is racing against the clock for a procedural vote on November 9th. Voters most concerned about utility costs overwhelmingly supported Democrats, and Chinese clean energy stocks surged post-election. The bill aims to expedite federal approval processes for various energy projects but faces skepticism from some Democratic investors who fear it…Daily Caller

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