The Studying NEPA's Impact on Projects Act requires the Council on Environmental Quality to publish annual reports beginning July 1, 2025, documenting the effects of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) on federal projects. Each report must track pending lawsuits challenging NEPA compliance, including case details, outcomes, and whether projects were delayed or blocked; measure the length and cost of environmental reviews; report timelines from project application through final approval; and inventory categorical exclusions used by federal agencies. The bill affects all federal agencies that conduct environmental reviews for major projects across multiple sectors including energy, transportation, broadband, and water resources. Reports must be made publicly available on the Council's website and submitted to Congress, with underlying data disclosed so the public can review court records and track trends in how NEPA impacts project development timelines and costs.
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