Government Wipes Out Key Environmental Review Rules Overnight
Published Date: 2/25/2025
Rule
Summary
The government is wiping out the current rules that guide how environmental reviews happen under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This change affects anyone involved in projects that need environmental checks, like builders and planners. They’re also asking for your thoughts before making the final call, so get ready to share your voice soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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NEPA Implementing Rules Removed
This interim final rule removes the Council on Environmental Quality regulations that implement the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) from the Code of Federal Regulations. If you are involved in projects that need environmental reviews—like builders or planners—this action changes the regulatory text that currently guides those reviews. The rule also requests public comments on the removal to inform CEQ's decision making.
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