Why US Infrastructure Lags 10 Years Behind | Ben Schifman

BAJA could impose America's first enforceable permitting deadlines and curb litigation delays, with ~40-45% odds of passage this lame-duck session.

• BAJA's core mechanics: The bill sets statutory deadlines (e.g., 60-90 days) for NEPA and National Historic Preservation Act reviews, with real agency consequences for missing them for the first time.
• Litigation reform: BAJA narrows the scope of federal lawsuits challenging permits, addressing years-long delays even though agencies historically win about 70% of such cases.

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