To amend titles 46 and 49, United States Code, to streamline the environmental review process for major projects, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill applies the expedited environmental review processes for major infrastructure projects under FAST-41 to federal actions involving certain port, aviation, and pipeline projects. Specifically, this bill requires, to the greatest extent feasible, the Department of Transportation (DOT) to conduct efficient environmental reviews for port infrastructure projects, pipeline projects, and airport or aviation projects that require DOT's approval under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA).
In addition, DOT must maintain and publish a database concerning such projects that are categorically excluded from NEPA requirements.
Lifecycle of the Bill
Introduced in House
May 9, 2025
Introduced in House
May 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
May 9, 2025