Martin Heinrich: “If you want to guarantee families $4,000 in their income, why not just cut out the middle man and give them a $4,000 tax…”

We need permitting reform to put more electrons on the grid. It results in more jobs, and it's the one thing that can bring down the pressure on the cost of electricity and energy right now.

It was not easy. It took longer than we would like, but everyone was committed to getting there.

Our whole premise as we approached this permitting bill was: How do we create a faster process, not lower the bar on standards.

As we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, today and every day, let us honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Tribal Nations and Native people — and stand shoulder to shoulder with Tribes to ensure their languages…