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H.R. 10261

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To amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to require additional information and analysis in environmental impact statements prepared for major Federal actions that involve the acquisition of private property.
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Committee
Latest Action · September 3, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
September 3, 2026
Cosponsors (1)
1D 0R
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This bill amends federal environmental law to add new requirements for projects that involve taking private land through government acquisition or eminent domain. When a federal agency prepares an environmental impact statement for such a project, it must now estimate how much private property would be acquired under the proposed action and each alternative being considered. If the agency identifies a preferred option, it must also disclose whether that option results in the least amount of private property acquisition compared to other alternatives, and explain how public input about the land takings influenced the agency's choice. The legislation aims to increase transparency and community input in federal decisions that affect private property owners, particularly in cases where eminent domain may be used. There is no specific funding or implementation timeline provided in the bill text.

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