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Environmental Law Changes: Faster Projects, Stricter Lawsuits.

This new law changes environmental review rules for large projects like roads or infrastructure. It shortens the time to file lawsuits against such projects and makes it harder to halt them, potentially speeding up construction but limiting citizens' ability to object.
Key points
Shortened time to file a lawsuit regarding a project's environmental review to 150 days from the decision.
More difficult to obtain a court injunction to stop a project (e.g., construction) – requiring proof of direct, tangible harm and stricter criteria.
Altered rules for legal fee recovery in environmental disputes, which may affect access to legal assistance for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_716
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NEPA Legal Reform Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_716.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Shortened time to file a lawsuit regarding a project's environmental review to 150 days from the decision.
  • More difficult to obtain a court injunction to stop a project (e.g., construction) – requiring proof of direct, tangible harm and stricter criteria.
  • Altered rules for legal fee recovery in environmental disputes, which may affect access to legal assistance for citizens.
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 Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Courts and Law Public Investments