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Via Bloomberg:
Senate Democrats are considering a vote in the lame-duck session to force approval of TransCanada Corp. (TRP)’s Keystone XL pipeline, a party aide said, a move that may bolster Louisiana Democrat Mary Landrieu’s re-election chances.
Similar measures have failed to advance in the Senate this year and Senate leaders will have trouble mustering the votes for passage now. President Barack Obama could veto the measure.
The Senate Democratic aide, who requested anonymity to discuss the plans, said specific language for a proposal hadn’t been determined.
The purpose of the vote would be symbolic: To highlight Landrieu’s support for the pipeline, as well as her influence on energy issues in Washington — a centerpiece of her campaign. Casting a vote in favor of the pipeline may benefit Landrieu in her Dec. 6 runoff election, in which she faces Republican Representative Bill Cassidy.