Democrats scoff at Republican permitting plan
At a House Natural Resources hearing on permitting, some Democrats said they were open to an overhaul. But one lawmaker called the current GOP product “Not
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At a House Natural Resources hearing on permitting, some Democrats said they were open to an overhaul. But one lawmaker called the current GOP product “Not
WASHINGTON — The work of Robert Frost is more likely to be discussed in an English classroom than a congressional hearing, but Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Ark., finds the words of the late American poet fitting when discussing the United States’ energy policies.
Republicans are preparing to unveil a series of bills designed to increase energy production on federal lands, reduce permitting delays and strengthen critical mineral supply chains.
Committees are holding hearings and markups on multiple components of permitting and energy legislation.
Under the Minnesota congressman, who will not say he believes humans contribute to climate change, the subcommittee will have jurisdiction over clean energy development on federal lands.