EPA Drops EIS Bombshell: Speak Up on Alaska Military Drills
Published Date: 4/25/2025
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Summary
The EPA just shared new Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for public review, covering projects like military training in Alaska and upgrades in Guam. If you live near these areas or care about the environment, now’s your chance to comment before deadlines in May and June 2025. These reviews help make sure projects don’t harm nature or communities and keep everyone in the loop.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Alaska Training EIS Comment Window
You can comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for proposed mortar and artillery training at Richardson Training Area, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. The comment period ends 2025-06-24; contact David Martin at 210-395-1656 for more information.
Guam F-15 Beddown Review Period
You can review the Final Environmental Impact Statement for F-15 beddown and infrastructure upgrades at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The review period ends 2025-05-27; contact David Martin at 210-395-1656 for more information.
EPA Posts EIS Comment Letters Online
EPA will make public its comments on Environmental Impact Statements under Section 309(a) of the Clean Air Act, and EPA's comment letters on EISs are available at https://cdxapps.epa.gov/cdx-enepa-II/public/action/eis/search. This notice covers EISs filed April 14, 2025 through April 21, 2025.
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