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  • 2025-03014 — Removal of National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Regulations
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 10610
    Reading Time:about 34 minutes

    The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued an interim rule to remove its regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) from the Code of Federal Regulations. This action follows an executive order that rescinded the previous directive requiring these regulations and raised questions about CEQ's authority to impose binding rules. CEQ invites public comments on this rule by March 27, 2025, and will consider these before finalizing the rule. The interim rule’s removal of regulations is aimed at addressing legal uncertainties and simplifying agency compliance with NEPA.

    Simple Explanation

    The CEQ is changing the rules that help protect the environment because there’s a new order from the President, and they want to hear what people think before making the final decision.

  • 2024-29484 — Clean Water Act Section 404 Tribal and State Assumption Program
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 103454
    Reading Time:about 4 hours

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made comprehensive updates to the regulations overseeing Clean Water Act (CWA) section 404 programs, which involve the management of dredged and fill material by Tribes and States. These updates aim to clarify requirements for how Tribes and States can assume these programs, enhance procedures for public and inter-agency coordination, and strengthen oversight and enforcement aspects. They also allow for greater Tribal involvement in commenting on permits that might impact Tribal resources. The EPA has also streamlined the process for withdrawing State programs if they are not compliant with the CWA requirements, ensuring effective and efficient program operations.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA has made new rules to help Tribes and States manage water areas better when they need to use soil or rocks for building things, making it easier and clearer for them to follow the rules and keep their water clean.