"Manchin-Barrasso Energy Permitting Bill Advances To Full Senate"

"Bipartisan legislation aimed at speeding up approvals for new energy projects advanced to the full Senate Wednesday.

The legislation, put forward by Sens. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), sailed through committee in a 15-4 vote.

The lawmakers who opposed the legislation were Sens. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.)."

Rachel Frazin reports for The Hill July 31, 2024.

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