Hirono Statement on Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act

WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), released the following statement on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026: “Permitting reform can bring American families cleaner and more affordable energy, but I believe it can be done without weakening environmental protections or our relationships with Indigenous communities. This bill does not stop the Trump regime from stacking the deck for fossil energy at the expense of renewable energy development. While I will evaluate any changes made as discussions continue, I do not support the bill in its current form.” ###