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The permitting bill enters a critical stretch

Data: Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy; Table: Ben Geman/Axios The push to pass a sweeping permitting bill is gaining powerful allies and encountering fresh resistance as Congress prepares for a post-midterms showdown. Why it matters: It's the most important energy bill in a long time. Cutting hurdles for projects is a top priority for fossil fuels and renewables sectors. But some environmentalists say it badly weakens crucial protections in the name of speeding reviews. Drivin