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Congress faces hurdles passing energy permitting reform bill

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Congress is considering a bipartisan bill to streamline permitting for energy projects, aiming to accelerate both renewable and fossil fuel developments. However, the legislation faces significant risks, including potential opposition from former President Trump, differing strategies among Democrats regarding legislative timing, and concerns from environmental groups. Utilities also have mixed reactions, with some supporting the bill while their trade group remains undecided. The tight legislative schedule during the lame-duck session and potential modifications to the bill further complicate its passage. AI

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    How the permitting bill could collapse

    <p>Congress has its best chance<strong> </strong>in years to pass <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/08/data-centers-power-regime" target="_blank">sweeping</a> permitting legislation, but a series of political and policy obstacles could derail the bipartisan Senate plan.</p><…

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