🌿Notice on Categorical Exclusions and Business Impact Under NEPA
Notice of Adoption of Categorical Exclusions Under Section 109 of the National Environmental Policy Act
Summary
The Department of the Interior is notifying the public and documenting the adoption of two U.S. Forest Service, one National Park Service, and three U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service categorical exclusions (CXs) by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), under section 109 of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In accordance with section 109, this notice identifies the types of actions to which the BLM will apply the CXs, the considerations that the BLM will use in determining the applicability of the CXs, and the consultation between the agencies on the use of the CXs, including application of extraordinary circumstances.
Agencies
- Interior Department
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Business Impact
$$ - Med
The adoption of categorical exclusions under NEPA may impact compliance requirements for businesses planning projects on public lands. The provisions specified allow for streamlined environmental reviews which can accelerate the approval of projects, potentially leading to cost savings and faster implementation. This may affect industries involved in land use, construction, and environmental consultancy.