Cato Institute advocates for permitting reform to boost US industry
- Reports
- 2
- Developments
- 1
- Repetition
- 50%
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What happened
Cato Institute called for permitting reform on October 20, 2026, to increase US industry competitiveness globally. The reports note that Congress is considering the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, which is described as the largest permitting reform effort in 46 years. Building large infrastructure projects, such as pipelines or power lines, currently requires numerous permits from various federal, state, and city agencies.
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Why it matters
The reports suggest that overhauling the permitting system could reduce the cost of living and create new American jobs. The current US regulatory environment is presented as different from those of countries like Japan, Canada, and Australia.
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Who's involved
- Cato InstituteAmerican libertarian think tank advocating for regulatory changes
- David J. BierImmigration policy analyst and director of immigration studies at the Cato Institute