This concurrent resolution urges Congress to enact reforms to federal permitting policies to accelerate deployment of new energy infrastructure.
This resolution:
- recognizes the importance of domestic energy production for national security and economic competitiveness;
- highlights issues with current federal permitting processes that delay energy infrastructure development;
- details specific problems with current permitting timelines and processes;
- emphasizes the need for streamlined permitting while maintaining environmental protection; and
- urges Congress to enact specific reforms to federal permitting and environmental review processes.