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Energy industry lobbies Senate on permitting deal amid growing hurdles

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A significant lobbying effort is underway concerning a proposed permitting deal in the Senate, with various stakeholders from the energy industry actively trying to influence the legislation. Filings reveal that groups representing oil and gas, renewables, mining, and environmental interests have all engaged in lobbying activities. Specific provisions related to the Clean Water Act and pipeline permitting have attracted particular attention, while recent actions by the Interior Department regarding a wind project have introduced new friction into the deal. AI

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Energy industry lobbies Senate on permitting deal amid growing hurdles

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

    Permitting deal draws lobbying blitz as hurdles mount

    <p>The fragile Senate <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/21/permitting-bill-critical-stretch" target="_blank">permitting</a> deal is a major priority across the <a href="https://www.axios.com/energy-climate" target="_blank">energy</a> industry, per newly filed lobbying disclo…

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