Simplifying DOE Reviews for Floodplains and Wetlands Proposed
Published Date: 5/16/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Department of Energy wants to remove some old rules about checking floodplains and wetlands before projects start. They’re asking for your thoughts before making the change and plan to roll out new, clearer steps soon. This affects anyone involved in DOE projects near water areas and could speed things up without extra costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Floodplain/Wetland Review Rules Rescinded
The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing to rescind certain regulations that require environmental review for floodplains and wetlands before DOE projects begin. DOE says this change could speed up DOE projects near water areas and would not add extra costs, and it is seeking public comment while planning to issue new procedures published outside the Code of Federal Regulations.
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