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Senators announce bipartisan permitting bill deal
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The Trump administration suspended offshore wind projects in December.
Senators from both parties said they reached a deal on legislation to speed permitting for energy and infrastructure projects. A Senate vote is not expected until after the midterm elections.
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AllegedSenators from both parties said they had reached a bipartisan deal on permitting legislation.
“Senators from both parties said Wednesday they have reached a bipartisan deal on legislation”
The Senate will not vote on the bill until after the midterm elections.
“Vote on the bill won't happen until after the midterms”
The bill would limit legal challenges under the National Environmental Policy Act.
“The Senate bill would limit legal challenges under the National Environmental Policy Act”