Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA) Gains Momentum in Senate
The Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA), a sweeping permitting reform bill, is advancing through the Senate following pressure from Donald Trump. The legislation aims to accelerate the approval process for energy projects by streamlining regulatory hurdles. To facilitate progress during the lame-duck session, the bill's authors released an amended version over the weekend designed to resolve major points of contention among lawmakers. A procedural vote in the Senate is scheduled for Monday, marking a significant step toward a final vote on the measure.