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Washington, DC – United States Energy Association (USEA) President & CEO Mark Menezes today called on Congress to pass the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026, the Senate’s comprehensive permitting reform package.

“Every energy leader I talk to is saying the exact same thing: we need permitting reform today, not down the road,” Menezes said. “Energy demand is soaring past our build rate, and if we don't fix the process now, we’re going to lose our competitive edge.”

A recent USEA and Energy Exemplar report, The Cost of Permitting Delays in PJM, found that permitting reform is central to electricity affordability, reliability, emissions, and regional economic competitiveness. USEA will also highlight the issue of permitting reform at their EnergyTech Connect conference on November 18.

“This kind of bipartisan win doesn't happen often. The Senate needs to act today, and both chambers should fast-track this bill straight to the President's desk.”