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NECA Statement in Response to Bipartisan Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024

Jul 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) released the following statement from Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs Marco Giamberardino in response to the introduction of the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024 by Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chair Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Ranking Member John Barrasso (R-WY):

“Enacting permitting reform is critical to ensuring timely approval for projects. Recent reforms enacted by Congress have been a good step forward. However, critical reforms for transmission and distribution, grid reliability, onshore energy and minerals, and judicial review are still sorely needed.

NECA is pleased to endorse the Permitting Reform Act of 2024 as a means of solving these requirements. On behalf of our 4,000 electrical contractors across America, we thank Senators Manchin and Barrasso for their leadership and determination to get this legislation introduced. We urge the Senate to pass this bill as soon as possible.”

This legislation will significantly impact the electrical construction industry by streamlining the permitting process for energy projects. This Act aims to reduce bureaucratic delays, making it easier and faster for electrical contractors to start and complete projects. By simplifying regulatory hurdles, the act supports the expansion and modernization of energy infrastructure, including renewable energy installations and grid upgrades, ultimately fostering industry growth and innovation.