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Water Permits: Shorter Review Time, Limited Vacating

New rules shorten the time to file a judicial review of water work permits to 60 days. They also limit a court's ability to vacate a permit unless there is an imminent danger to health or the environment. This aims to speed up development processes and increase legal certainty for projects requiring such permits.
Key points
You have only 60 days to challenge a water work permit from its issuance date.
Courts cannot easily vacate a permit; instead, they will usually remand the case for further proceedings with a 180-day deadline.
Permit vacating by a court is only possible if there is an imminent and substantial danger to human health or the environment.
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Print number: 118_HR_7008
Sponsor: Rep. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7]
Process start date: 2024-01-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Judicial Review Timeline Clarity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7008.

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 2024-01-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • You have only 60 days to challenge a water work permit from its issuance date.
  • Courts cannot easily vacate a permit; instead, they will usually remand the case for further proceedings with a 180-day deadline.
  • Permit vacating by a court is only possible if there is an imminent and substantial danger to human health or the environment.
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. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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