WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., said Tuesday that she voted to begin debate on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act. She called the bill an important step but said she has concerns about some of its provisions.

In a statement released by her office, Shaheen said the legislation could help "bring down household energy costs, ensure data centers pay their fair share and create new, good-paying jobs."

"Americans have repeatedly made clear that they want Congress to take immediate action to address the soaring cost of living," Shaheen said. She described the bill as "an important step that Congress can take right now."

Shaheen said her vote was meant to open what she called "a rigorous debate and amendment process." She said she has "concerns about provisions that could weaken longstanding protections Granite Staters care deeply about." The statement did not say which provisions or protections she meant.

Shaheen said she would work with members of both parties during the debate "to strengthen the legislation and ensure it delivers for New Hampshire."

The statement did not describe the bill's provisions in detail or give the outcome or tally of the vote.

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