Every year, bills are introduced that "automatically approve" a project after a set period of time so as to encourage the development of some particular area of industry.  The rationale is that the industry is lacking because the permitting process is too slow or too cumbersome. 

Although the Sierra Club usually supports the development of business like renewable energy or affordable housing, we've steadfastly opposed automatic approvals.  I thought it would beneficial to put out testimony we'...
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