The bipartite legislation was negotiated by Senators Mike Lee, Shelley Moore Capito, Martin Heinrich, and Sheldon Whitehouse. Senator Kevin Cramer has warned utility and industry stakeholders that pursuing excessive modifications could dismantle the 'pretty finely balanced' agreement. If passed, the law would establish a 150 day window for National Environmental Policy Act challenges and require data centers with power loads of 20 MW or more to fund associated grid and storage costs.
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Rep. Guthrie Insists on House Changes to Senate Permitting Bill
US Politics12 days ago
Dozens of progressive environmental organizations are lobbying Senate leadership to reject the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, arguing that diminished environmental protections outweigh potential carbon reductions. This opposition coincides with new friction in the House, where Representative Guthrie is demanding modifications to the Senate's agreement before pledging his support. The 400 page bill, which aims to accelerate approvals for energy and infrastructure projects, faces mounting hurdles before a possible vote during the lame duck session.
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