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Streamlining Environmental Reviews for Federal Projects: Faster Decisions.

This Act aims to speed up the approval process for major federal actions, such as infrastructure projects or land management. The Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture can reuse existing environmental assessments if a new project is substantially similar to one previously analyzed. This means faster decision-making on investments, potentially accelerating infrastructure development, but it reduces the time for re-evaluating environmental impacts.
Key points
Accelerated Project Approval: Federal agencies can reuse existing environmental reviews (NEPA) for new actions if they are substantially the same as those previously analyzed.
Applies to Public and National Forest Lands: The changes affect projects managed by the Secretary of the Interior (public lands) and the Secretary of Agriculture (National Forest System Lands).
Conditions for Reuse: Old documents can be used if the new proposed action and its effects are largely identical to those already assessed.
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Print number: 118_HR_1430
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
Process start date: 2023-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Determination of NEPA Adequacy Streamlining Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1430.

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 2023-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accelerated Project Approval: Federal agencies can reuse existing environmental reviews (NEPA) for new actions if they are substantially the same as those previously analyzed.
  • Applies to Public and National Forest Lands: The changes affect projects managed by the Secretary of the Interior (public lands) and the Secretary of Agriculture (National Forest System Lands).
  • Conditions for Reuse: Old documents can be used if the new proposed action and its effects are largely identical to those already assessed.
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. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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