Senate reaches bipartisan permitting bill, Capito calls it major step

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What does the permitting bill change about legal challenges?

The legislation would limit lawsuits filed under the National Environmental Policy Act and the National Historic Preservation Act, two statutes that currently allow extensive court reviews of energy and infrastructure projects, thereby shortening the permitting timeline.

Who will pay for transmission upgrades under the new bill?

Data centres would be required to cover all costs associated with transmission upgrades needed for their electricity consumption, preventing those expenses from being shifted onto households or other businesses.

When is a vote on the bill expected?

A vote on the permitting reform is not anticipated until after the November 2026 midterm elections, reflecting the political uncertainty surrounding the upcoming congressional elections.

Which senator described the bill as a major step forward?

Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito, chair of the Environment and Public Works Committee, called the legislation a major step toward faster, more efficient, and easier infrastructure approvals while maintaining environmental protections.