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Politics● ElevatedOct 22 · Oct 22, 2026, 12:54 PM

Permitting deal draws lobbying blitz as hurdles mount

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Axios · North America

The fragile Senate permitting deal is a major priority across the energy industry, per newly filed lobbying disclosures.Why it matters: The filings reveal behind-the-scenes efforts by powerful interests and companies representing oil and gas, mining, renewables, environmentalists and plenty in between to shape the legislation.The big picture: The bill title (Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act), its acronym (BAAJA) and its bill number appear throughout third-quarter lobbying disclosures.The bill was introduced Sept. 30, the last day of the third quarter. The disclosures, due Oct. 20

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