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House Conservatives Advance SPEED Act Amid Tensions

12/17/2025

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  • On December 16, 2025, hardline conservatives in the House threatened to block the SPEED Act.
  • After concessions on renewable approvals, they voted to advance the SPEED Act.
  • The act would streamline energy and infrastructure approvals, a contentious issue between Senate Democrats and House Freedom Caucus members.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump is set to deliver a prime-time address amid criticism over his remarks on a high-profile incident.