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Streamlining Port Dredging: Faster Projects, Less Bureaucracy

This act aims to accelerate and simplify processes related to dredging ports and navigation channels. Citizens may experience the impact through more efficient maritime transport, potentially leading to lower goods prices and greater product availability. The changes also seek to improve trade and economic development in port regions.
Key points
Introduction of a new, nationwide permit for dredging projects, valid for up to 10 years, reducing permit waiting times.
Significant shortening of deadlines for state and federal agencies to issue dredging permits, with deemed approval if no response is given.
Simplification of environmental requirements for dredging projects to speed up implementation, while still requiring minimization of environmental impact.
Repeal of certain provisions regarding the transportation of dredged material, which may reduce project costs.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3355
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-12-09