EPA Shares EIS Docs: Comment on Grazing and Transit Plans
Published Date: 7/25/2025
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Summary
The EPA just announced new Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for projects like grazing management in Washington and transit expansion in New York. These reports affect local communities, businesses, and the environment by guiding important decisions, with public comment deadlines coming up soon. If you care about clean air and smart planning, now’s the time to check out the details and share your thoughts!
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5 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
EPA Posts Its EIS Comments Publicly
Section 309(a) of the Clean Air Act requires EPA to make public its comments on Environmental Impact Statements (EISs). You can view EPA's comment letters on EISs at the EPA EIS search site: https://cdxapps.epa.gov/cdx-enepa-II/public/action/eis/search.
Public Comment — WA Grazing Management Draft
A draft Environmental Impact Statement on planning and management of domestic sheep and goat grazing within the range of bighorn sheep in Washington is available for public comment. The comment period ends October 24, 2025; contact David Topolewski at 509-664-9376 for more information.
Public Comment — NY Transit Expansion Draft
A draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Buffalo-Amherst-Tonawanda Corridor Transit Expansion in New York is open for public comment. The comment period ends September 8, 2025; contact James A. Goveia at 212-668-2325 for more information.
Review Period — Guam Defense System Final EIS
A final Environmental Impact Statement for an enhanced integrated air and missile defense system on Guam is available for review. The review period ends August 25, 2025; contact Mark Wright at 571-231-8212 for details.
Review Period — KS Grain Belt Express Final EIS
A final Environmental Impact Statement for Phase 1 of the Grain Belt Express Transmission Project in Kansas is available for review. The review period ends August 25, 2025; contact Todd Stribley at 301-525-5944 for more information.
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