| Hello John, One last policy update before the holidays, and it’s a big one for family affordability. Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the SPEED Act with bipartisan support. It’s a big step toward fixing America’s broken energy permitting system. What happened: For decades, outdated red tape and endless lawsuits have delayed new energy production projects. The SPEED Act tackles those problems head-on by streamlining environmental reviews, setting clear timelines for federal agencies, and reducing unnecessary litigation that slows down energy projects. Simply put, when new projects can move forward, America reaps huge benefits: - We are able to produce enough energy to meet rising demand as our population and economy grow.
- New projects mean new jobs for Americans eager to innovate in the energy sector.
- Our power grid stays competitive against America’s adversaries.
When America produces more energy at home, families see lower power bills and lower prices on just about everything they buy. What happens next (and what you can do): The bill has passed the House, but the Senate must act before it can reach the president’s desk. AFP is urging senators to take up the SPEED Act in January 2026, alongside other House-passed permitting reforms, and send a strong package to President Trump. That’s where you come in. Lawmakers need to hear from the people they represent — now. Adding your name to our letter shows there’s real grassroots momentum behind permitting reform and that Americans are ready to build again. 👉 Take action today: Sign our letter urging your lawmaker to support permitting reform and keep the momentum going. 🔍 Go deeper: Why this vote matters Earlier this year, we made 11 stops on the “Road to Prosperity” tour. Everywhere we went, we heard the same message: Americans on the ground know how to get things done AND protect the environment. They’re the builders and problem-solvers who power our communities — living and working on the land their families have called home for generations. They don’t need Washington to micromanage their work. With their livelihoods and legacies at stake, they have far more motivation than distant bureaucrats to protect the land and do things right. As Jesse Ramos argues in a recent op-ed, America wasn’t built by government permission slips, but by hard work, innovation, and personal responsibility. Here’s the bottom line: Permitting reform is about trusting Americans again — letting workers work, innovators innovate, and communities thrive while still protecting what matters. 📖 Read Jesse’s op-ed to see why getting government out of the way is essential to rebuilding American prosperity. | 
