Former economic and national security officials from multiple administrations have called on Congress to advance permitting reform legislation, arguing that current processes hinder critical infrastructure projects. The bipartisan group, spanning several presidencies, emphasizes the need for streamlined approvals to support energy, transportation, and defense initiatives. Their letter to Senate leadership highlights delays in federal permitting as a major obstacle to economic growth and national security priorities. The push underscores growing pressure on lawmakers to address long-standing bureaucratic bottlenecks in project development.
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Former officials urge Congress to reform permitting A group of economic and national security officials across multiple presidential administrations are urging Congress to pass permitting reform legislation. © Greg Nash In a letter to Senate Majority Leader...
