NEPA Reforms Aim to Get America Building Again

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) proposes to reform the way it carries out the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). If finalized, USEPA says the changes would make environmental reviews faster, clearer, and more predictable. The proposal would restore NEPA to its original purpose of setting firm timelines, keeping documents focused and concise, and expanding Read More

Water Resources Development Act Goes to White House for President’s Signature

The President’s signature is the next step for a crucial piece of legislation that authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects. The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 authorizes, deauthorizes, and modifies various water resources feasibility studies and projects. The U.S. Senate sent the water infrastructure bill to President Joe Biden’s desk on December Read More