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Accelerating Infrastructure Projects: New Environmental Review and Oversight Rules.

This act modifies the environmental review process for federal projects, setting strict deadlines and imposing financial penalties on agencies for delays. The goal is to expedite project implementation, but it also limits the scope of climate impact analysis and makes it harder to challenge decisions. Citizens may experience faster project completion, but with less ability to influence their design.
Key points
Imposes strict time limits (up to 2 years) for completing federal environmental reviews for projects, with financial penalties for agencies exceeding deadlines.
Limits the scope of environmental analysis: agencies will not be able to consider a project's impact on climate change or greenhouse gas emissions.
Facilitates project approval: if a permit decision is not issued within 90 days, the permit will be deemed approved.
Restricts the ability to challenge decisions: shortens the time to file a lawsuit (150 days) and tightens evidentiary requirements for those seeking to block a project in court.
Allows for the transfer of environmental review responsibilities to states, potentially accelerating local processes.
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Print number: 117_HR_3814
Sponsor: Rep. Cheney, Liz [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-06-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

UNSHACKLE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3814.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposes strict time limits (up to 2 years) for completing federal environmental reviews for projects, with financial penalties for agencies exceeding deadlines.
  • Limits the scope of environmental analysis: agencies will not be able to consider a project's impact on climate change or greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Facilitates project approval: if a permit decision is not issued within 90 days, the permit will be deemed approved.
  • Restricts the ability to challenge decisions: shortens the time to file a lawsuit (150 days) and tightens evidentiary requirements for those seeking to block a project in court.
  • Allows for the transfer of environmental review responsibilities to states, potentially accelerating local processes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cheney, Liz [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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