Evergreen Applauds Senate Vote to Advance Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA)

Contact: Samah Shaiq

Today, the U.S. Senate voted to advance the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA), moving this landmark clean energy legislation one step closer to becoming law. In response, Evergreen Action Vice President of Policy Pete Wyckoff released the following statement:

“Today’s Senate vote to advance BAAJA is a big step forward for America’s clean energy economy. In passing this bill, lawmakers can show immediate action on their affordability promises to voters: by delivering legislation that will lower energy costs, strengthen our economy, and build a cleaner energy future. Permitting reform is vital to delivering on that promise.

“We’re grateful to Ranking Members Martin Heinrich and Sheldon Whitehouse for their leadership in getting us here. This is a consequential and complex bill with significant implications for our communities and environment—one that we see leading to meaningful progress. In the weeks ahead, we look forward to continuing thoughtful conversations with Members of both chambers across all perspectives on this legislation.”

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