Eco Reviews Available: Notice Signals Environmental Impact Statements Are Out
Published Date: 12/5/2025
Notice
Summary
The EPA just shared new Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for projects like space launches, high-speed rail, and hurricane protection. These reports affect communities, businesses, and the environment by guiding important decisions and inviting public comments before early 2026 deadlines. If you care about clean air and safe projects, now’s the time to check out the details and weigh in!
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EPA Posts Public EIS Comments
Under Clean Air Act section 309(a), the EPA makes public its comment letters on Environmental Impact Statements issued by other federal agencies. You can read those comment letters at https://cdxapps.epa.gov/cdx-enepa-II/public/action/eis/search.
Mojave Drilling EIS Review Deadline
A Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Mojave Exploration Drilling Project (California) was filed; the review period ends on January 5, 2026. For questions, contact Brandon Anderson at 760-833-7100.
Los Angeles–Anaheim Rail Draft Comments
The Draft EIS for the California High-Speed Rail Project, Los Angeles to Anaheim section, is available and the comment period ends on February 3, 2026. For information, contact Stefan Galvez-Abadia at 916-324-1541.
Morganza-to-Gulf Draft Comments Open
A Draft Supplement Environmental Impact Statement for the Morganza to the Gulf, Louisiana hurricane and storm damage risk reduction project is available and the comment period ends on January 23, 2026. Contact Jason Emery at 504-862-2364 for details.
Draft EIS for SAFE Vehicles Rule III
A Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement has been filed for the Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule III covering model years 2022 to 2031 for passenger cars and light trucks. For more information, contact Joseph Bayer at 888-327-4236.
SpaceX Starship EIS Listed in Florida
A Final Environmental Impact Statement for the SpaceX Starship–Super Heavy project at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (Florida) is listed by the EPA; contact Hilary Rummel at 321-494-7732 for information. The document is recorded as EIS No. 20250164.
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