He said the pipeline is still facing a challenge from Nebraska landowners and said he does n't think `` we should circuit that process . '' The House approved a bill that authorizes construction of the Keystone pipeline . The Senate is expected to vote yes . The pipeline has become a key issue in California 's Senate elections . President Barack Obama has said he does n't want to short - circuit an independent candidate .
The House approved a bill that authorizes construction of the Keystone pipeline . The Senate is expected to vote yes . The pipeline has become a key issue in California 's Senate elections . President Barack Obama has said he does n't want to short - circuit an independent candidate .