Congress weighs countermeasures to Trump offshore wind restrictions

Lawmakers are developing legislative responses to potential Trump administration efforts to curtail offshore wind development, though observers question their effectiveness against executive authority.

First covered Oct 16, 2026 · 11:37 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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energy.senate.gov Bipartisan American Affordability And Jobs Act (energy.senate.gov)

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