Support federal permitting reform

Shelley Moore Capito supports the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026, which would revise federal environmental review and permitting requirements under laws including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act. She says the reforms are intended to provide greater certainty for projects that have received permits and reduce delays associated with litigation. Capito argues that lengthy reviews delay investment and raise costs, and says the reforms could help lower electricity bills and other household expenses.

Context: The bill had advanced to Senate consideration but had not received final Senate passage or House approval as of the source’s November 10, 2026 publication.

In their own words

The proposal would revise federal environmental review and permitting requirements under several laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act.

The source

Capito-backed permitting reform bill advances in Senate ...

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Retrieved: 11/12/2026