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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a final rule to repeal a previous requirement for State departments of transportation (State DOTs) and metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) to establish greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets and report their progress. This decision was made because the rule was seen as unnecessary and potentially burdensome, with no clear legal backing and minimal benefits. Notably, the courts had already blocked the rule, citing legal and regulatory issues. Repealing this requirement provides clarity and aligns with recent legal decisions, but it doesn't stop State DOTs and MPOs from voluntarily tracking their own CO2 emissions.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), acting on behalf of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), has announced final decisions regarding a highway project in California. The project involves extending the eastbound truck climbing lane on Interstate 10, covering areas in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. These decisions include granting necessary licenses and approvals, and the public has until July 29, 2021, to file any legal challenges. The actions comply with several environmental regulations, ensuring no significant impact from the project.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced the completion of actions related to a highway project in Wisconsin involving the reconstruction of Interstate 39/90/94. The project, developed in cooperation with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), includes adding lanes and making improvements to existing structures to enhance traffic safety and infrastructure resilience. A Final Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision have been issued, and any legal challenges must be made by June 9, 2025. The project also focuses on minimizing flood risks and updating interchanges to modern design standards.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other federal agencies have made final decisions regarding the State Route 400 Express Lanes project in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, which involves adding new express lanes to improve traffic flow and travel reliability on a 16-mile segment. The project extends from the North Springs MARTA station in Fulton County to just beyond McFarland Parkway in Forsyth County. FHWA's Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) supports the selected plan, and details are available online and at local libraries. The public has until July 12, 2021, to file any legal claims related to this decision.

The Federal Highway Administration has delayed the effective date of a rule regarding the Buy America Requirements for Manufactured Products. Originally set to begin on January 14, 2025, the rule's start has been pushed to March 20, 2025. This delay allows time for further review in line with a presidential memorandum that led to a regulatory freeze. The decision was made without seeking public comments because of the urgency and necessity of more review time.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public comments on a request for the Office of Management and Budget's approval of a new information collection. This is part of the Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Program, which was established to increase the resilience of surface transportation against natural hazards like climate change and extreme weather. The program involves collecting information during various phases, such as grant application, implementation, and evaluation, to assess the effectiveness of funded projects. The FHWA is encouraging feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this information collection process, aiming to enhance the program's quality and minimize burdens.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), representing the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), has issued a notice related to a highway project on State Route-47, specifically the Vincent Thomas Bridge in Los Angeles County. This project involves replacing the bridge deck, guardrail barriers, and seismic sensors to maintain the structural integrity and safety of the bridge. Public claims challenging these actions must be filed by May 5, 2025, unless a shorter legal period applies. The Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact, completed on September 27, 2024, is available to the public, detailing the approvals and legal compliance involved in the project.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced final actions regarding the M-37 Improvement Project in Michigan. The project includes widening and reconstructing parts of the M-37 highway, adding new traffic signals, and repaving nonmotorized paths. The FHWA issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and a Section 4(f) de minimis finding, meaning the environmental impact is minimal. Claims for judicial review of these actions must be filed by September 15, 2025.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on its plan to ask the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval to collect new information. This collection will involve using the FHWA Performance Progress Report (PPR) Form to track and report the performance and progress of projects funded by federal grants or cooperative agreements. The data collection is essential to ensure compliance with federal requirements and is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. Comments should be submitted by January 31, 2025, and feedback on the necessity, burden, and potential improvements for the collection process is encouraged.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation, has requested the reinstatement of a previously approved information collection related to state right-of-way acquisition data. This process follows the guidelines of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Interested parties are invited to provide public comments by May 12, 2025. The collection aims to gather annual reports from 56 respondents, including state transportation departments and territories, estimating a total annual burden of about 280 hours.