Faster Federal Permits: 30-Day Approval or Automatic Grant.
This law aims to simplify and speed up the federal permitting process, which is often delayed by bureaucracy. It introduces a "Permit by Rule" system, requiring agencies to clearly define standards. If an application meets these standards and is complete, the permit is automatically granted after 30 days, significantly reducing waiting times for citizens and businesses.
Key points
End of Long Waits: Agencies must either issue a decision within 30 days of a complete application submission or the permit is automatically granted.
Clear Rules Over Discretion: Agencies must publish precise, written standards that must be met, rather than relying on broad official discretion.
Protection Against Arbitrary Denials: If an agency denies a permit and a court finds the applicant acted in good faith and had a reasonable interpretation of the rules, the agency must pay the applicant's attorney fees.
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