Sample records for act nepa process

  1. 42 CFR 137.287 - What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ...)? 137.287 Section 137.287 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.287 What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? The NEPA is a procedural law that...

  2. 14 CFR § 1216.303 - NEPA process in NASA planning and decision making.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... 14 Aeronautics and Space 5 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false NEPA process in NASA planning and decision... Act (NEPA) § 1216.303 NEPA process in NASA planning and decision making. (a) NEPA requires the... integration of the NEPA process with NASA project and program planning improves Agency decisions and ensures...

  3. 7 CFR 1794.11 - Apply NEPA early in the planning process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 12 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Apply NEPA early in the planning process. 1794.11... National Environmental Policy Act § 1794.11 Apply NEPA early in the planning process. The environmental review process requires early coordination with and involvement of RUS. Applicants should consult with...

  4. 7 CFR 1794.11 - Apply NEPA early in the planning process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 12 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Apply NEPA early in the planning process. 1794.11... National Environmental Policy Act § 1794.11 Apply NEPA early in the planning process. The environmental review process requires early coordination with and involvement of RUS. Applicants should consult with...

  5. 7 CFR 1794.15 - Limitations on actions during the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 12 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Limitations on actions during the NEPA process. 1794... Implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act § 1794.15 Limitations on actions during the NEPA process. (a) General. Until RUS concludes its environmental review process, the applicant shall take no action...

  6. 75 FR 8046 - National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Draft Guidance, “NEPA Mitigation and Monitoring.”

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-23

    ... COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Draft Guidance, ``NEPA Mitigation and Monitoring.'' AGENCY: Council On Environmental Quality. ACTION: Notice of Availability, Draft... Quality (CEQ) announced four steps to modernize, reinvigorate, and ease the use and increase the...

  7. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Neitzel, Duane A.; Antonio, Ernest J.; Eschbach, Tara O.

    2001-09-01

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents being prepared by DOE contractors. No statements of significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year's report is the thirteenth revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the fourteenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andmore » Liability Act (CERCLA) documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered to correspond to the chapters where such information is typically presented in environmental impact statements (Weiss) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology, geology, hydrology, ecology, cultural, archaeological, and historical resources, socioeconomics, occupational safety, and noise. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to the NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities.« less

  8. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Neitzel, Duane A.; Bunn, Amoret L.; Duncan, Joanne P.

    2002-09-01

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents being prepared by DOE contractors. No statements of significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year's report is the thirteenth revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the fourteenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andmore » Liability Act (CERCLA) documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered to correspond to the chapters where such information is typically presented in environmental impact statements (Weiss) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology, geology, hydrology, ecology, cultural, archaeological, and historical resources, socioeconomics, occupational safety, and noise. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to the NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities.« less

  9. Incorporating NEPA into IDOT and MPO planning processes.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2014-07-01

    This report summarizes the tasks and findings of the ICT Project R27-132 Incorporating National Environmental : Policy Act (NEPA) into IDOT and Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) planning processes, which is aimed : at assisting IDOT in definin...

  10. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization Report

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Neitzel, Duane A.; Bunn, Amoret L.; Cannon, Sandra D.

    2004-09-22

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents being prepared by DOE contractors. No statements of significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year's report is the sixteenth revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the seventeenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andmore » Liability Act (CERCLA) documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered to correspond to the chapters where such information is typically presented in environmental impact statements (Weiss) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology, geology, hydrology, ecology, cultural, archaeological, and historical resources, socioeconomics, occupational safety and health, and noise. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to the NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities.« less

  11. 43 CFR 46.230 - Role of cooperating agencies in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Role of cooperating agencies in the NEPA... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.230 Role of...; (b) Arrange for the collection and/or assembly of necessary resource, environmental, social, economic...

  12. Visions of success and achievement in recreation-related USDA Forest Service NEPA processes

    Treesearch

    Mac J. Stern; Dale J. Blahna; Lee K. Cerveny; Michael J. Mortimer

    2009-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is incorporated into the planning and decisionmaking culture of all natural resource agencies in the United States. Yet, we know little about how the attitudes and internal interactions of interdisciplinary (ID) teams engaged in NEPA processes influence process outcomes. We conducted a Web-based survey of 106 ID team leaders...

  13. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization, Revision 15

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Neitzel, Duane A.; Bunn, Amoret L.; Burk, Kenneth W.

    2003-09-01

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents being prepared by DOE contractors. No statements of significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year's report is the thirteenth revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the fourteenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andmore » Liability Act (CERCLA) documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered to correspond to the chapters where such information is typically presented in environmental impact statements (Weiss) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology, geology, hydrology, ecology, cultural, archaeological, and historical resources, socioeconomics, occupational safety, and noise. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to the NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities.« less

  14. 7 CFR 1940.310 - Categorical exclusions from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... prime forestlands or rangelands, (4) A listed species or critical habitat for an endangered species, (5... Policy Act (NEPA) reviews. 1940.310 Section 1940.310 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of... Environmental Program § 1940.310 Categorical exclusions from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews...

  15. NEPA assignment training PowerPoints and quizzes.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2016-10-01

    The objective of these training materials is to provide National Environmental : Policy Act (NEPA) Assignment information to all professionals involved in the NEPA : process. This training is not intended to be a replication of existing NEPA training...

  16. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Duncan, Joanne P.; Burk, Kenneth W.; Chamness, Mickie A.

    2007-09-27

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site for the many environmental documents being prepared by DOE contractors concerning the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). No statements regarding significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year’s report is the eighteen revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the nineteenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)more » documents. Two chapters are included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6), numbered to correspond to chapters typically presented in environmental impact statements (EISs) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology; air quality; geology; hydrology; ecology; cultural, archaeological, and historical resources; socioeconomics; noise; and occupational health and safety. Sources for extensive tabular data related to these topics are provided in the chapter. When possible, subjects are divided into a general description of the characteristics of the Hanford Site, followed by site-specific information, where available, for the 100, 200, 300 and other areas. This division allows the reader to go directly to those sections of particular interest. When specific information on each of these separate areas is not complete or available, the general Hanford Site description should be used. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities. Information in Chapter 6 can be adapted and supplemented with

  17. 43 CFR 46.200 - Applying NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Applying NEPA early. 46.200 Section 46.200... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.200 Applying NEPA early. (a) For any... environmental impacts, bureaus must coordinate, as early as feasible, with: (1) Any other bureaus or Federal...

  18. 43 CFR 46.200 - Applying NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Applying NEPA early. 46.200 Section 46.200... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.200 Applying NEPA early. (a) For any... environmental impacts, bureaus must coordinate, as early as feasible, with: (1) Any other bureaus or Federal...

  19. 43 CFR 46.200 - Applying NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2012-10-01 2011-10-01 true Applying NEPA early. 46.200 Section 46.200... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.200 Applying NEPA early. (a) For any... environmental impacts, bureaus must coordinate, as early as feasible, with: (1) Any other bureaus or Federal...

  20. 43 CFR 46.200 - Applying NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Applying NEPA early. 46.200 Section 46.200... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.200 Applying NEPA early. (a) For any... environmental impacts, bureaus must coordinate, as early as feasible, with: (1) Any other bureaus or Federal...

  1. Notification: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) Reviews

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    October 29, 2012. The EPA's OIG plans to begin preliminary research on EPA’s reviews of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental impact statements (EIS) as submitted to EPA under Section 309 of the Clean Air Act.

  2. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization Report, Revision 17

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Neitzel, Duane A.; Bunn, Amoret L.; Cannon, Sandra D.

    2005-09-30

    This document describes the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many environmental documents being prepared by DOE contractors concerning the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). No statements about significance or environmental consequences are provided. This year’s report is the seventeenth revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the eighteenth revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Comprehensive Environmentalmore » Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered to correspond to the chapters where such information is typically presented in environmental impact statements (EISs) and other Hanford Site NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology; air quality; geology; hydrology; ecology; cultural, archaeological, and historical resources; socioeconomics; noise; and occupational health and safety. Sources for extensive tabular data related to these topics are provided in the chapter. Most subjects are divided into a general description of the characteristics of the Hanford Site, followed by site-specific information, where available, of the 100, 200, 300, and other areas. This division allows the reader to go directly to those sections of particular interest. When specific information on each of these separate areas is not complete or available, the general Hanford Site description should be used. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) describes federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and presidential executive orders that are applicable to the NEPA documents prepared for Hanford Site activities

  3. The relationship of ecosystem management to NEPA and its goals

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Phillips, C.G.; Randolph, J.

    The National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) was intended to promote a systematic, comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to planning and decision making, including the integration of the natural and social sciences and the design arts. NEPA critics have cited three key shortcomings in its implementation: (1) a lack of engagement with the NEPA process early in the planning process through interdisciplinary collaboration; (2) a lack of rigorous science and the incorporation of ecological principles and techniques; and (3) a lack of emphasis on the Act's substantive goals and objectives. In recent years and independent of NEPA, a policy of ecosystemmore » management has been developed, which represents a fundamental change from a fragmented, incremental planning and management approach to a holistic, comprehensive, interdisciplinary land and resource management effort. The authors postulate that by incorporating ecosystem management principles in their planning and decisionmaking, federal agencies can address the shortcomings in NEPA implementation and move closes to NEPA's intent. A case analysis of EISs prepared by the USDA Forest Service before and after adopting an ecosystem management approach supports their hypothesis.« less

  4. 42 CFR 137.287 - What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ...: categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. ... 42 Public Health 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? 137.287 Section 137.287 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES...

  5. 42 CFR 137.287 - What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ...: categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. ... 42 Public Health 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? 137.287 Section 137.287 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES...

  6. 42 CFR 137.287 - What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ...: categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. ... 42 Public Health 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? 137.287 Section 137.287 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES...

  7. 42 CFR 137.287 - What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ...: categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. ... 42 Public Health 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? 137.287 Section 137.287 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES...

  8. 40 CFR 1506.1 - Limitations on actions during NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... process. 1506.1 Section 1506.1 Protection of Environment COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF NEPA § 1506.1 Limitations on actions during NEPA process. (a) Until an agency issues a record of decision as provided in § 1505.2 (except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section), no action...

  9. 75 FR 8045 - National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Draft Guidance, Establishing, Applying, and Revising...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-23

    ... COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Draft Guidance...: Council on Environmental Quality. ACTION: Notice of Availability, Draft Guidance, ``Establishing, Applying... February 18, 2010, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) announced four steps to modernize...

  10. 76 FR 16391 - Call for Innovative National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Pilot Project Proposals

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-03-23

    ... COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Call for Innovative National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Pilot Project Proposals AGENCY: Council On Environmental Quality. ACTION: Notice of Availability, Call... the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) invites the public and federal agencies to nominate...

  11. ACHP | Handbook on Coordinating NEPA and Section 106

    Science.gov Websites

    Search skip specific nav links Home arrow Handbook on Coordinating NEPA and Section 106 Handbook on handbook designed to help coordinate required review processes under the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The handbook stands to significantly improve the

  12. 23 CFR 636.109 - How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build... TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING General § 636.109 How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process? The purpose of this section is to ensure that...

  13. 23 CFR 636.109 - How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build... TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING General § 636.109 How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process? The purpose of this section is to ensure that...

  14. 23 CFR 636.109 - How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build... TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING General § 636.109 How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process? The purpose of this section is to ensure that...

  15. 23 CFR 636.109 - How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build... TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING General § 636.109 How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process? The purpose of this section is to ensure that...

  16. 23 CFR 636.109 - How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build... TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC OPERATIONS DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING General § 636.109 How does the NEPA process relate to the design-build procurement process? The purpose of this section is to ensure that...

  17. Re-engineering the Federal planning process: A total Federal planning strategy, integrating NEPA with modern management tools

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Eccleston, C.H.

    1997-09-05

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 was established by Congress more than a quarter of a century ago, yet there is a surprising lack of specific tools, techniques, and methodologies for effectively implementing these regulatory requirements. Lack of professionally accepted techniques is a principal factor responsible for many inefficiencies. Often, decision makers do not fully appreciate or capitalize on the true potential which NEPA provides as a platform for planning future actions. New approaches and modem management tools must be adopted to fully achieve NEPA`s mandate. A new strategy, referred to as Total Federal Planning, is proposed formore » unifying large-scale federal planning efforts under a single, systematic, structured, and holistic process. Under this approach, the NEPA planning process provides a unifying framework for integrating all early environmental and nonenvironmental decision-making factors into a single comprehensive planning process. To promote effectiveness and efficiency, modem tools and principles from the disciplines of Value Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Total Quality Management are incorporated. Properly integrated and implemented, these planning tools provide the rigorous, structured, and disciplined framework essential in achieving effective planning. Ultimately, the goal of a Total Federal Planning strategy is to construct a unified and interdisciplinary framework that substantially improves decision-making, while reducing the time, cost, redundancy, and effort necessary to comply with environmental and other planning requirements. At a time when Congress is striving to re-engineer the governmental framework, apparatus, and process, a Total Federal Planning philosophy offers a systematic approach for uniting the disjointed and often convoluted planning process currently used by most federal agencies. Potentially this approach has widespread implications in the way federal planning is approached.« less

  18. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Cushing, C.E.

    1992-12-01

    This fifth revision of the Hanford Site National Environmental Policy (NEPA) Characterization presents current environmental data regarding the Hanford Site and its immediate environs. This information is intended for use in preparing Site-related NEPA documentation. Information is presented on climate and meteorology, geology and hydrology, ecology, history and archaeology, socioeconomics, land use, and noise levels, prepared by Pacific Northwest Laboratory (PNL) staff. Models are described that are to be used in simulating realized or potential impacts from nuclear materials at the Hanford Site. Included are models of radionuclide transport in groundwater and atmospheric pathways, and of radiation dose to populationsmore » via all known pathways from known initial conditions. Federal and state regulations, DOE orders and permits, and environmental standards directly applicable for the NEPA documents at the Hanford Site, are provided.« less

  19. 33 CFR Appendix A to Part 230 - Processing Corps NEPA Documents

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... Appendix A to Part 230 Navigation and Navigable Waters CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NEPA Pt. 230, App. A Appendix A to Part 230—Processing... integrating the draft EIS or EA and draft FONSI (as appropriate), or a separate NEPA document and circulate it...

  20. 33 CFR Appendix A to Part 230 - Processing Corps NEPA Documents

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Appendix A to Part 230 Navigation and Navigable Waters CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NEPA Pt. 230, App. A Appendix A to Part 230—Processing... integrating the draft EIS or EA and draft FONSI (as appropriate), or a separate NEPA document and circulate it...

  1. 33 CFR Appendix A to Part 230 - Processing Corps NEPA Documents

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Appendix A to Part 230 Navigation and Navigable Waters CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NEPA Pt. 230, App. A Appendix A to Part 230—Processing... integrating the draft EIS or EA and draft FONSI (as appropriate), or a separate NEPA document and circulate it...

  2. 33 CFR Appendix A to Part 230 - Processing Corps NEPA Documents

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... Appendix A to Part 230 Navigation and Navigable Waters CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NEPA Pt. 230, App. A Appendix A to Part 230—Processing... integrating the draft EIS or EA and draft FONSI (as appropriate), or a separate NEPA document and circulate it...

  3. Fuels planning: science synthesis and integration; economic uses fact sheet 05: NEPA and economics

    Treesearch

    Rocky Mountain Research Station USDA Forest Service

    2004-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is the law that requires Federal agencies to consider the environmental impacts of their actions, involve the public in the decisionmaking process, and disclose information, starting at the initial stages of planning. This fact sheet discusses when you should consider economics in the NEPA process, when to do an analysis,...

  4. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Rohay, A.C.; Fosmire, C.J.; Neitzel, D.A.

    1999-09-28

    This document describes the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Hanford Site environment. It is updated each year and is intended to provide a consistent description of the Hanford Site environment for the many NEPA documents being prepared by DOE contractors. No conclusions or recommendations are provided. This year's report is the eleventh revision of the original document published in 1988 and is (until replaced by the 12th revision) the only version that is relevant for use in the preparation of Hanford NEPA; SEPA and CERCLA documents. The two chapters included in this document (Chapters 4 and 6) are numbered tomore » correspond to the chapters where such information is presented in environmental impact statements (EISs) and other Site-related NEPA or CERCLA documentation. Chapter 4.0 (Affected Environment) describes Hanford Site climate and meteorology, geology, hydrology, ecology, cultural, archaeological and historical resources, socioeconomic; occupational safety, and noise. Sources for extensive tabular data related to these topics are provided in the chapter. Most subjects are divided into a general description of the characteristics of the Hanford Site, followed by site-specific information, where available, of the 100,200,300, and other Areas. This division allows the reader to go directly to those sections of particular interest. When specific information on each of these separate areas is not complete or available, the general Hanford Site description should be used. Chapter 6.0 (Statutory and Regulatory Requirements) is essentially a definitive NEPA Chapter 6.0, which describes applicable federal and state laws and regulations, DOE directives and permits, and environmental standards directly applicable to the NEPA documents on the Hanford Site. People preparing environmental assessments and EISs should also be cognizant of the document entitled ''Recommendations for the Preparation of Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements

  5. Exploring National Environmental Policy Act processes across federal land management agencies

    Treesearch

    Marc J. Stern; Michael J. Mortimer

    2009-01-01

    Broad discretion is granted at all levels throughout federal land management agencies regarding compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). We explored the diversity of procedures employed in NEPA processes across four agencies, the USDA Forest Service, The USDI National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers...

  6. NEPA assignment in TxDOT: analysis, review, and training modules.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2017-02-01

    Under the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program created by SAFETEA-LU and continued under MAP-21, federal transportation law has authorized delegating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review and approval processes to state Depar...

  7. Reimagining NEPA: choices for environmentalists

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Pollack, S.

    1985-01-01

    Five years after the end of the environmental decade the movement has split into those whose strategy is to enhance opportunities for grassroots organizing and those whose strategy is to increase internal expertise. The positions of the technocratic and grassroots proponents over the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) show that one sees NEPA as a way to empower a new class of professionals, while the other uses NEPA to elevate the importance of citizen's participation in decision making. A third, or deep ecology, perspective criticizes both approaches and treats environmental degradation as a symptom of deeper societal problems, solvable onlymore » by massive changes in current values and institutions.« less

  8. 36 CFR 1010.16 - Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... cooperation early in the NEPA process. 1010.16 Section 1010.16 Parks, Forests, and Public Property PRESIDIO TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.16 Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process... other Federal, State, local, or tribal agency that has jurisdiction by law or special expertise with...

  9. 36 CFR 1010.16 - Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... cooperation early in the NEPA process. 1010.16 Section 1010.16 Parks, Forests, and Public Property PRESIDIO TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.16 Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process... other Federal, State, local, or tribal agency that has jurisdiction by law or special expertise with...

  10. 36 CFR 1010.16 - Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property 3 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process. 1010.16 Section 1010.16 Parks, Forests, and Public Property PRESIDIO TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.16 Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process...

  11. Hanford Site National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Characterization. Revision 5

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Cushing, C.E.

    1992-12-01

    This fifth revision of the Hanford Site National Environmental Policy (NEPA) Characterization presents current environmental data regarding the Hanford Site and its immediate environs. This information is intended for use in preparing Site-related NEPA documentation. Information is presented on climate and meteorology, geology and hydrology, ecology, history and archaeology, socioeconomics, land use, and noise levels, prepared by Pacific Northwest Laboratory (PNL) staff. Models are described that are to be used in simulating realized or potential impacts from nuclear materials at the Hanford Site. Included are models of radionuclide transport in groundwater and atmospheric pathways, and of radiation dose to populationsmore » via all known pathways from known initial conditions. Federal and state regulations, DOE orders and permits, and environmental standards directly applicable for the NEPA documents at the Hanford Site, are provided.« less

  12. Attempts to avoid NEPA: Is it bad faith?

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Tuckfield, D.J.

    1995-12-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) imposes procedural requirements on federal agencies that undertake {open_quotes}major Federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the human environment.{close_quotes} Determining whether a project is a major federal action, subject to NEPA, is not always an easy task. When a determination is made that a project is not subject to NEPA, opponents of the project and environmental organizations occasionally cry foul. Often there are allegations that the federal agency of the project proponent (or both) acted in bad faith to avoid NEPA. The question of whether bad faith is relevant in NEPA inquiries has beenmore » the subject litigation for many of years. In that time, courts have addressed a number of bad faith questions. A common question is whether it is appropriate for a non-federal project proponent to structure a project to maintain eligibility for federal funding, but at the last minute withdraw the project from eligibility for the sole purpose of avoiding NEPA. More difficult questions arise when the federal government allocates some federal money to the project for preliminary design work before the project is withdrawn from eligibility for additional federal construction funds. Still other questions arise with respect to whether project proponents must reimburse the federal government for funds allocated to a project before the determination is made that it will not be a federal project. This paper will trace the evolution of the courts` struggle with bad faith NEPA claims. It will then show how courts have recently begun to develop a workable and appropriate test for determining when bad faith is an issue in NEPA litigation. This issue is important for project proponents and federal agency officials so they will not unwittingly take steps others might construe as bad faith. It is important for members of environmental organizations so they may recognize and properly assert bad faith claims when

  13. 43 CFR 10010.9 - Apply NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Apply NEPA early. 10010.9 Section 10010.9... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.9 Apply NEPA early. (a) The Commission will initiate early consultation and coordination with other Federal agencies having jurisdiction by law or special expertise with...

  14. 43 CFR 10010.9 - Apply NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Apply NEPA early. 10010.9 Section 10010.9... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.9 Apply NEPA early. (a) The Commission will initiate early consultation and coordination with other Federal agencies having jurisdiction by law or special expertise with...

  15. 43 CFR 10010.9 - Apply NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Apply NEPA early. 10010.9 Section 10010.9... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.9 Apply NEPA early. (a) The Commission will initiate early consultation and coordination with other Federal agencies having jurisdiction by law or special expertise with...

  16. 43 CFR 10010.9 - Apply NEPA early.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Apply NEPA early. 10010.9 Section 10010.9... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.9 Apply NEPA early. (a) The Commission will initiate early consultation... early with interested private parties and organizations, including when the Commission's own involvement...

  17. 36 CFR § 1010.16 - Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... cooperation early in the NEPA process. § 1010.16 Section § 1010.16 Parks, Forests, and Public Property PRESIDIO TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.16 Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA... Trust, any other Federal, State, local, or tribal agency that has jurisdiction by law or special...

  18. Geothermal NEPA Database on OpenEI (Poster)

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Young, K. R.; Levine, A.

    2014-09-01

    The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) developed the Geothermal National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Database as a platform for government agencies and industry to access and maintain information related to geothermal NEPA documents. The data were collected to inform analyses of NEPA timelines, and the collected data were made publically available via this tool in case others might find the data useful. NREL staff and contractors collected documents from agency websites, during visits to the two busiest Bureau of Land Management (BLM) field offices for geothermal development, and through email and phone call requests from other BLM field offices. Theymore » then entered the information into the database, hosted by Open Energy Information (http://en.openei.org/wiki/RAPID/NEPA). The long-term success of the project will depend on the willingness of federal agencies, industry, and others to populate the database with NEPA and related documents, and to use the data for their own analyses. As the information and capabilities of the database expand, developers and agencies can save time on new NEPA reports by accessing a single location to research related activities, their potential impacts, and previously proposed and imposed mitigation measures. NREL used a wiki platform to allow industry and agencies to maintain the content in the future so that it continues to provide relevant and accurate information to users.« less

  19. 40 CFR 1506.1 - Limitations on actions during NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 33 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Limitations on actions during NEPA process. 1506.1 Section 1506.1 Protection of Environment COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY OTHER... concerning the proposal shall be taken which would: (1) Have an adverse environmental impact; or (2) Limit...

  20. 33 CFR Appendix A to Part 230 - Processing Corps NEPA Documents

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Corps NEPA Documents NEFA documents for Civil Works activities other than permits will be processed in... Preconstruction Engineering, and Design, Construction, and Completed Projects in an Operations and Maintenance... reconnaissance phase, the district commander should undertake environmental studies along with engineering...

  1. 22 CFR 161.8 - General description of the Department's NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... § 161.8 General description of the Department's NEPA process. In reviewing proposed actions for potential environmental effects in the United States responsible action officers will follow the procedural... review the action to determine if it may cause potential significant environmental effects on the...

  2. Good-faith compliance held to satisfy NEPA

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Bird, T.C.

    1981-10-01

    Accusations that the Ninth Circuit Court's decision in the Warm Springs Dam Task Force v Grible case weakened the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) are examined and found to be invalid. Judicial discretion can be used when the broad purposes of the Act are served by loosening procedural restraints and still remain consistent with earlier rulings. 38 references. (DCK)

  3. EJ IWG Promising Practices for EJ Methodologies in NEPA Reviews

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    Report of methodologies gleaned from current agency practices identified by the NEPA Committee. These methodologies are concerning the interface of environmental justice considerations through NEPA processes.

  4. 38 CFR 200.4 - Implementation of NEPA and related authorities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... action reveals that air emissions exceed de minimis levels or otherwise that a formal Clean Air Act... RETIREMENT HOME COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 200.4 Implementation of NEPA and... aquifers (potential sources of drinking water); National Wildlife Refuges; National Parks; areas of...

  5. The meaning of the National Environmental Policy Act within the U.S. Forest Service

    Treesearch

    Marc J. Stern; S. Andrew Predmore; Michael J. Mortimer; David N. Seesholtz

    2010-01-01

    We conducted a survey of 3321 Forest Service employees involved in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) followed by five focus groups to investigate agency views of the purpose of agency NEPA processes and their appropriate measures of success. Results suggest the lack of a unified critical task for Forest Service NEPA processes and that...

  6. 40 CFR 93.107 - Relationship of transportation plan and TIP conformity with the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... degree of specificity required in the transportation plan and the specific travel network assumed for air... development studies. Should the NEPA process result in a project with design concept and scope significantly...

  7. 18 CFR 5.25 - Applications requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... a draft NEPA document. 5.25 Section 5.25 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.25 Applications requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines that a license application will be processed with an environmental impact statement, or a draft and final...

  8. 18 CFR 5.25 - Applications requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... a draft NEPA document. 5.25 Section 5.25 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.25 Applications requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines that a license application will be processed with an environmental impact statement, or a draft and final...

  9. 18 CFR 5.25 - Applications requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... a draft NEPA document. 5.25 Section 5.25 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.25 Applications requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines that a license application will be processed with an environmental impact statement, or a draft and final...

  10. 10 CFR 1021.211 - Interim actions: Limitations on actions during the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... during the NEPA process. While DOE is preparing an EIS that is required under § 1021.300(a) of this part, DOE shall take no action concerning the proposal that is the subject of the EIS before issuing an ROD... which an EIS is being prepared shall not be categorically excluded under subpart D of these regulations...

  11. 38 CFR 200.4 - Implementation of NEPA and related authorities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. (2) The Master Planner, is... A of these regulations. (c) Environmental Assessment (EA). (1) An Environmental Assessment (EA) is a... RETIREMENT HOME COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 200.4 Implementation of NEPA and...

  12. 36 CFR 1010.16 - Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.16 Actions to encourage agency cooperation early in the NEPA process. Consistent with 40 CFR 1501.6, the Trust may request the NPS to be a cooperating agency for actions or projects significantly affecting the quality of the Presidio. In addition, upon request of the Trust, any...

  13. NEPA

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    NEPA requires federal agencies to determine if their proposed actions will have significant environmental effects. EPA reviews and comments on these Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and provides public notification and access to these documents.

  14. 18 CFR 5.25 - Applications requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... a draft NEPA document. 5.25 Section 5.25 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL POWER ACT INTEGRATED LICENSE... include for comment draft license articles, a preliminary determination of the consistency of each fish...

  15. 18 CFR 5.25 - Applications requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... a draft NEPA document. 5.25 Section 5.25 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL POWER ACT INTEGRATED LICENSE... include for comment draft license articles, a preliminary determination of the consistency of each fish...

  16. 75 FR 29996 - Review of MMS NEPA Policies, Practices, and Procedures for OCS Oil and Gas Exploration and...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-05-28

    ... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) policies, practices, and procedures for the Minerals Management Service (MMS... applies NEPA in its management of Outer Continental Shelf oil and gas exploration and development and make recommendations for revisions. The scope of the review is intended to be holistic, i.e. from leasing decisions to...

  17. 33 CFR 385.14 - Incorporation of NEPA and related considerations into the implementation process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... requiring an EA, but not necessarily an EIS. In addition to the actions listed in § 230.7 of this chapter... invited to be cooperating agencies in the preparation of NEPA documentation pursuant to § 230.16 of this... implementation of the plan shall follow the NEPA procedures established in part 230 of this chapter. (b) Actions...

  18. 33 CFR 385.14 - Incorporation of NEPA and related considerations into the implementation process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... requiring an EA, but not necessarily an EIS. In addition to the actions listed in § 230.7 of this chapter... invited to be cooperating agencies in the preparation of NEPA documentation pursuant to § 230.16 of this... implementation of the plan shall follow the NEPA procedures established in part 230 of this chapter. (b) Actions...

  19. 33 CFR 385.14 - Incorporation of NEPA and related considerations into the implementation process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... requiring an EA, but not necessarily an EIS. In addition to the actions listed in § 230.7 of this chapter... invited to be cooperating agencies in the preparation of NEPA documentation pursuant to § 230.16 of this... implementation of the plan shall follow the NEPA procedures established in part 230 of this chapter. (b) Actions...

  20. 33 CFR 385.14 - Incorporation of NEPA and related considerations into the implementation process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... requiring an EA, but not necessarily an EIS. In addition to the actions listed in § 230.7 of this chapter... invited to be cooperating agencies in the preparation of NEPA documentation pursuant to § 230.16 of this... implementation of the plan shall follow the NEPA procedures established in part 230 of this chapter. (b) Actions...

  1. 33 CFR 385.14 - Incorporation of NEPA and related considerations into the implementation process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... requiring an EA, but not necessarily an EIS. In addition to the actions listed in § 230.7 of this chapter... invited to be cooperating agencies in the preparation of NEPA documentation pursuant to § 230.16 of this... implementation of the plan shall follow the NEPA procedures established in part 230 of this chapter. (b) Actions...

  2. The use of recreation planning tools in U.S. Forest Service NEPA assessments

    Treesearch

    Lee K. Cerveny; Dale J. Blahna; Marc J. Stern; Michael J. Mortimer; S. Andrew Predmore; James Freeman

    2011-01-01

    U.S. Forest Service managers are required to incorporate social and biophysical science information in planning and environmental analysis. The use of science is mandated by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the National Forest Management Act, and U.S. Forest Service planning rules. Despite the agency's emphasis on "science-based"...

  3. Application of NEPA to nuclear weapons production, storage, and testing Weinberger v. Catholic Action of Hawaii/Peace Education Project

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Sauber, A.J.

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirement of environmental impact statements for the testing of military equipment, specifically nuclear weapons, conflicts with national security objectives. The author examines NEPA and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in terms of the environmental effects of weapons testing and the relevant case law. The Supreme Court's decision in Catholic Action of Hawaii/Peace Education Project sought to resolve the conflict by distinguishing between a project which is contemplated and one which is proposed. The classification scheme embodied in the FOIA exemption for national security may cause unwarranted frustration of NEPA's goals. The author outlinesmore » a new classification system and review mechanism that could curb military abuse in this area.« less

  4. Proposed Columbia Wind Farm No. 1 : Draft Environmental Impact Statement, Joint NEPA/SEPA.

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    United States. Bonneville Power Administration; Klickitat County

    1995-03-01

    This Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) addresses the Columbia Wind Farm {number_sign}1 (Project) proposal for construction and operation of a 25 megawatt (MW) wind power project in the Columbia Hills area southeast of Goldendale in Klickitat County, Washington. The Project would be constructed on private land by Conservation and Renewable Energy System (CARES) (the Applicant). An Environmental Impact Statement is required under both NEPA and SEPA guidelines and is issued under Section 102 (2) (C) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) at 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq and under the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) as provided bymore » RCW 43.21C.030 (2) (c). Bonneville Power Administration is the NEPA lead agency; Klickitat County is the nominal SEPA lead agency and CARES is the SEPA co-lead agency for this DEIS. The Project site is approximately 395 hectares (975 acres) in size. The Proposed Action would include approximately 91 model AWT-26 wind turbines. Under the No Action Alternative, the Project would not be constructed and existing grazing and agricultural activities on the site would continue.« less

  5. 18 CFR 5.24 - Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... requiring a draft NEPA document. 5.24 Section 5.24 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.24 Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines... environmental impact statement and that a draft environmental assessment will not be required, the Commission...

  6. 18 CFR 5.24 - Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... requiring a draft NEPA document. 5.24 Section 5.24 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.24 Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines... environmental impact statement and that a draft environmental assessment will not be required, the Commission...

  7. 18 CFR 5.24 - Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... requiring a draft NEPA document. 5.24 Section 5.24 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY... APPLICATION PROCESS § 5.24 Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document. (a) If the Commission determines... environmental impact statement and that a draft environmental assessment will not be required, the Commission...

  8. 36 CFR 1010.4 - NEPA Compliance Coordinator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ...) Develop procedures within the Trust's planning and decision-making processes to ensure that environmental... and documentation of the environmental aspects of the Trust's planning and decision-making processes... decisions of the NEPA Compliance Coordinator in accordance with the Trust's regulations and procedures. (b...

  9. 18 CFR 5.24 - Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... requiring a draft NEPA document. 5.24 Section 5.24 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL POWER ACT INTEGRATED LICENSE... assessment issued pursuant to this paragraph must include draft license articles, a preliminary determination...

  10. 18 CFR 5.24 - Applications not requiring a draft NEPA document.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... requiring a draft NEPA document. 5.24 Section 5.24 Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL POWER ACT INTEGRATED LICENSE... assessment issued pursuant to this paragraph must include draft license articles, a preliminary determination...

  11. 15 CFR 990.23 - Compliance with NEPA and the CEQ regulations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... ACT REGULATIONS NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS Authorities § 990.23 Compliance with NEPA and the... will generally involve the need to develop restoration plans in the form of an Environmental Assessment...) Environmental Assessment. (i) Purpose. The purpose of an Environmental Assessment (EA) is to determine whether a...

  12. 42 CFR 137.296 - How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA... SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.296 How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA and NHPA? Self-Governance...

  13. 42 CFR 137.296 - How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA... SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.296 How does a Self-Governance Tribe comply with NEPA and NHPA? Self-Governance...

  14. Two for the Price of One: Integration of NEPA and NHPA Procedures

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2013-09-01

    Air Force Base AFI Air Force Instruction AFPD Air Force Policy Directive AR Army Regulation AT/FP Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection BLM Bureau of...Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act NASA National Aeronautics and Space Administration NEPA National Environmental Policy Act...example, the US Forest Service (USFS), US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), and Bureau of Land Management ( BLM ) have programs which create military

  15. 16 CFR 1021.11 - Information regarding NEPA compliance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 16 Commercial Practices 2 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Information regarding NEPA compliance. 1021... REVIEW Procedures § 1021.11 Information regarding NEPA compliance. Interested persons may contact the Commission's Office of the Executive Director (301-504-0550) for information regarding CPSC NEPA compliance...

  16. A procedure for NEPA assessment of selenium hazards associated with mining

    Treesearch

    Dennis A. Lemly

    2007-01-01

    This paper gives step-by-step instructions for assessing aquatic selenium hazards associated with mining. The procedure was developed to provide the U.S. Forest Service with a proactive capability for determining the risk of selenium pollution when it reviews mine permit applications in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The procedural...

  17. 10 CFR 1021.400 - Level of NEPA review.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 10 Energy 4 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Level of NEPA review. 1021.400 Section 1021.400 Energy... Classes of Actions § 1021.400 Level of NEPA review. (a) This subpart identifies DOE actions that normally... proceed with the level of NEPA review indicated for that class of actions, unless there are extraordinary...

  18. National environmental policy act disclosure of air quality impacts for prescribed fire projects in national forests in the Pacific Southwest Region

    Treesearch

    Suraj Ahuja; Laurie Perrot

    2008-01-01

    A key purpose of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is to “promote effortswhich will prevent or eliminate damage to the environment and biosphere and stimulate thehealth and welfare of man” (NEPA, Sec 2). The Council on Environmental Quality states “theNEPA process is intended to help public officials make decisions that...

  19. 18 CFR 707.8 - Typical classes of action requiring similar treatment under NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Typical classes of... Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water... submittal of regional water resources management plans (comprehensive, coordinated, joint plans or elements...

  20. 18 CFR 707.8 - Typical classes of action requiring similar treatment under NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Typical classes of... Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water... submittal of regional water resources management plans (comprehensive, coordinated, joint plans or elements...

  1. 18 CFR 707.8 - Typical classes of action requiring similar treatment under NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Typical classes of... Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water... submittal of regional water resources management plans (comprehensive, coordinated, joint plans or elements...

  2. 18 CFR 707.8 - Typical classes of action requiring similar treatment under NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Typical classes of... Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water... submittal of regional water resources management plans (comprehensive, coordinated, joint plans or elements...

  3. 18 CFR 707.8 - Typical classes of action requiring similar treatment under NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Typical classes of... Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water... submittal of regional water resources management plans (comprehensive, coordinated, joint plans or elements...

  4. Data Call Response for NEPA Supplement Analysis of CMRR

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Booth, Steven Richard

    The Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) is proposing to provide analytical chemistry (AC) and materials characterization (MC) capabilities at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) by using a combination of existing space in two existing buildings: the Radiological Laboratory/Utility/Office Building (RLUOB) and the Plutonium Facility, Building 4 (PF-4) in TA-55. This represents a change from decisions made by DOE as informed by previous National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses. In accordance with Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) and DOE requirements, NNSA is preparing a Supplement Analysis (SA) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of the proposed action. Themore » focus of this analysis is on determining whether the proposal to provide AC and MC laboratory capabilities in existing space in RLUOB and PF-4 rather than building a new nuclear facility (NF) is a substantial change that is relevant to environmental concerns or whether new circumstance or information relevant to environmental concerns and bearing on the proposed action or its impacts are significant. The end result of the analysis is a determination whether the existing Chemistry and Metallurgy Research Building Replacement Environmental Impact Statement (CMRR EIS) should be supplemented, a new EIS should be prepared, or no further NEPA analysis is necessary. This report provides data for incorporation into the Supplement Analysis being written by Leidos, Inc. under contract to NNSA. Responding to the data call requires several areas of expertise. Los Alamos subject matter experts estimate equipments lists, facility modifications, waste quantities, labor needs and radiological doses. Los Alamos NEPA experts assist Leidos in compiling existing data from the LANL Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement (SWEIS) and CMRR EIS for public and other impacts. Bounding conditions are used to determine NEPA estimates.« less

  5. 43 CFR 46.240 - Establishing time limits for the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ...: (1) Set time limits from the start to the finish of the NEPA analysis and documentation, consistent with the requirements of 40 CFR 1501.8 and other legal obligations, including statutory and regulatory timeframes; (2) Consult with cooperating agencies in setting time limits; and (3) Encourage cooperating...

  6. 43 CFR 46.240 - Establishing time limits for the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ...: (1) Set time limits from the start to the finish of the NEPA analysis and documentation, consistent with the requirements of 40 CFR 1501.8 and other legal obligations, including statutory and regulatory timeframes; (2) Consult with cooperating agencies in setting time limits; and (3) Encourage cooperating...

  7. Environmental Justice Guidance Under National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), by the Council on Environmental Quality, 1997

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    CEQ, in consultation with EPA and other affected agencies, has developed this guidance to further assist Federal agencies with their NEPA procedures so that environmental justice concerns are effectively identified and addressed.

  8. Interdisciplinary collaboration within project-level NEPA teams in the US Forest Service

    Treesearch

    James W. Freeman; Marc J. Stern; Michael Mortimer; Dale J. Blahna; Lee K. Cerveny

    2011-01-01

    Interdisciplinary teamwork has become a foundation of natural resources planning and management in the US. Yet, we know little about the degree of interdisciplinary collaboration of natural resource planning teams. We conducted 10 case studies of Forest Service NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) teams working on projects related to the 2005 Travel Management Rule...

  9. 7 CFR 799.10 - Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process. 799.10 Section 799.10 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION...

  10. 7 CFR 799.10 - Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process. 799.10 Section 799.10 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION...

  11. 7 CFR 799.10 - Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process. 799.10 Section 799.10 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION...

  12. 7 CFR 799.10 - Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Criteria and identification of FSA actions as to degree of involvement under the NEPA process. 799.10 Section 799.10 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION...

  13. e-NEPA Guide On Registration And Preparing An EIS For Electronic Submission

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    The Guide to e-NEPA Electronic Submittal contains information about e-NEPA, how to register for e-NEPA, and how to prepare your Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for electronic submission through e-NEPA.

  14. 32 CFR 651.27 - Programmatic NEPA analyses.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 4 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 true Programmatic NEPA analyses. 651.27 Section 651.27 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY (CONTINUED) ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) Records and Documents § 651.27 Programmatic NEPA analyses...

  15. Decision making, procedural compliance, and outcomes definition in U.S. forest service planning processes

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Stern, Marc J., E-mail: mjstern@vt.ed; Predmore, S. Andrew, E-mail: sapredmo@vt.ed

    2011-04-15

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) dictates a process of analyzing and disclosing the likely impacts of proposed agency actions on the human environment. This study addresses two key questions related to NEPA implementation in the U.S. Forest Service: 1) how do Interdisciplinary (ID) team leaders and decision makers conceptualize the outcomes of NEPA processes? And 2), how does NEPA relate to agency decision making? We address these questions through two separate online surveys that posed questions about recently completed NEPA processes - the first with the ID team leaders tasked with carrying out the processes, and the second withmore » the line officers responsible for making the processes' final decisions. Outcomes of NEPA processes include impacts on public relations, on employee morale and team functioning, on the achievement of agency goals, and on the achievement of NEPA's procedural requirements (disclosure) and substantive intent (minimizing negative environmental impacts). Although both tended to view public relations outcomes as important, decision makers' perceptions of favorable outcomes were more closely linked to the achievement of agency goals and process efficiency than was the case for ID team leaders. While ID team leaders' responses suggest that they see decision making closely integrated with the NEPA process, decision makers more commonly decoupled decision making from the NEPA process. These findings suggest a philosophical difference between ID team leaders and decision makers that may pose challenges for both the implementation and the evaluation of agency NEPA. We discuss the pros and cons of integrating NEPA with decision making or separating the two. We conclude that detaching NEPA from decision making poses greater risks than integrating them.« less

  16. 78 FR 50079 - National Environmental Policy Act: Implementing Procedures; Addition to Categorical Exclusions...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-08-16

    ...This notice announces a reopening of the public comment period on the proposed categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The proposed categorical exclusion pertains to adding species to the injurious wildlife list under the Lacey Act. The addition of this categorical exclusion to the Department of the Interior's Departmental Manual will improve conservation activities by making the NEPA process for listing injurious species more efficient. If you have previously submitted comments, please do not resubmit them because we have already incorporated them in the public record and will fully consider them in our final decision.

  17. Feasibility of protecting corridors through the National Environmental Policy Act.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2004-01-01

    This study investigated the feasibility of using the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to make adding direct access points to a corridor more difficult. The findings were that under some circumstances, NEPA can help protect the mobility and sa...

  18. 43 CFR 36.6 - NEPA compliance and lead agency.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2012-10-01 2011-10-01 true NEPA compliance and lead agency. 36.6... lead agency. (a) The provisions of NEPA and the Council for Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR... Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required, or that a categorical exclusion applies. (1) The lead agency...

  19. 43 CFR 36.6 - NEPA compliance and lead agency.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false NEPA compliance and lead agency. 36.6... lead agency. (a) The provisions of NEPA and the Council for Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR... Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required, or that a categorical exclusion applies. (1) The lead agency...

  20. 43 CFR 36.6 - NEPA compliance and lead agency.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false NEPA compliance and lead agency. 36.6... lead agency. (a) The provisions of NEPA and the Council for Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR... Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required, or that a categorical exclusion applies. (1) The lead agency...

  1. 42 CFR 137.288 - What is the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... (NHPA)? 137.288 Section 137.288 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.288 What is the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)? The NHPA requires Federal...

  2. Global Climate Change and NEPA: The Difficulty with Cumulative Impacts Analysis

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2008-05-18

    This paper will provide a survey of the current requirements under the law for addressing global climate change in NEPA documents, along with various...methodologies for quantifying the potential global climate change impacts of federal actions subject to NEPA.

  3. 43 CFR 46.135 - Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... the analysis at hand. (b) Citations of specific information or analysis from other source documents... NEPA analysis. 46.135 Section 46.135 Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior... Quality § 46.135 Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis. (a) The Responsible Official...

  4. 43 CFR 46.135 - Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... the analysis at hand. (b) Citations of specific information or analysis from other source documents... NEPA analysis. 46.135 Section 46.135 Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior... Quality § 46.135 Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis. (a) The Responsible Official...

  5. 43 CFR 46.135 - Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... the analysis at hand. (b) Citations of specific information or analysis from other source documents... NEPA analysis. 46.135 Section 46.135 Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior... Quality § 46.135 Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis. (a) The Responsible Official...

  6. 43 CFR 46.135 - Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... the analysis at hand. (b) Citations of specific information or analysis from other source documents... NEPA analysis. 46.135 Section 46.135 Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior... Quality § 46.135 Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis. (a) The Responsible Official...

  7. 43 CFR 46.135 - Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... the analysis at hand. (b) Citations of specific information or analysis from other source documents... NEPA analysis. 46.135 Section 46.135 Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior... Quality § 46.135 Incorporation of referenced documents into NEPA analysis. (a) The Responsible Official...

  8. Factors influencing line officers' decisions about National Environmental Policy Act project design and development.

    Treesearch

    Donald G. MacGregor; David N. Seesholtz

    2008-01-01

    Prior to the existence of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Forest Service district rangers had considerable latitude to make resource management decisions and execute management plans with relatively little encumbrance by documentation and process requirements. Today there appear to be differences not only in the district ranger population, but in the...

  9. 76 FR 53057 - National Environmental Policy Act Procedures

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    2011-08-25

    ... POSTAL SERVICE 39 CFR Part 775 National Environmental Policy Act Procedures AGENCY: Postal Service. ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: This rule amends the Postal Service's National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance procedures to update an obsolete statutory reference. DATES: Effective Date: August 25...

  10. 17 CFR 200.552 - NEPA planning.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 17 Commodity and Securities Exchanges 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false NEPA planning. 200.552 Section 200.552 Commodity and Securities Exchanges SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ORGANIZATION; CONDUCT AND ETHICS; AND INFORMATION AND REQUESTS Regulations Pertaining to the Protection of the Environment...

  11. 77 FR 47337 - Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process

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    2012-08-08

    ... upholding environmental standards and encouraging early public input during planning processes. One of the... when they are categorically excluded from analysis under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA... applicable to projects and activities evaluated in an environmental analysis (EA) or environmental impact...

  12. Summary of the National Environmental Policy Act

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    Describes the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which requires that all branches of government give proper consideration to the environment prior to undertaking any major federal action that significantly affects the environment.

  13. National Environmental Policy Act in EPA Region 9

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Special Topics and points of contacts for EPA Region 9 Pacific Southwest serving Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific islands, and 148 tribal nations.

  14. Perceptions of legally mandated public involvement processes in the U.S. Forest Service

    Treesearch

    S. Andrew Predmore; Marc J. Stern; Michael J. Mortimer; David N. Seesholtz

    2011-01-01

    Results from an agency-wide survey of U.S. Forest Service personnel indicate that respondents in our sample engage in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) public involvement processes primarily to accomplish two goals. The most commonly supported goal was to inform and disclose as mandated by the act. The other goal reflected interests in managing agency...

  15. 32 CFR 651.6 - NEPA analysis staffing.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 4 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false NEPA analysis staffing. 651.6 Section 651.6 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY (CONTINUED) ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY... depth of analysis required. In cases where the document addresses impacts to an environment whose...

  16. 36 CFR 1010.4 - NEPA Compliance Coordinator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property 3 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false NEPA Compliance Coordinator. 1010.4 Section 1010.4 Parks, Forests, and Public Property PRESIDIO TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY § 1010.4... Director, shall be the Trust official responsible for implementation and operation of the Trust's policies...

  17. 21 CFR 25.10 - Policies and NEPA planning.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... Food and Drugs FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT CONSIDERATIONS General Provisions § 25.10 Policies and NEPA planning. (a) All FDA's... future generations. (b) Assessment of environmental factors continues throughout planning and is...

  18. 21 CFR 25.10 - Policies and NEPA planning.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... Food and Drugs FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT CONSIDERATIONS General Provisions § 25.10 Policies and NEPA planning. (a) All FDA's... future generations. (b) Assessment of environmental factors continues throughout planning and is...

  19. 21 CFR 25.10 - Policies and NEPA planning.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... Food and Drugs FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT CONSIDERATIONS General Provisions § 25.10 Policies and NEPA planning. (a) All FDA's... future generations. (b) Assessment of environmental factors continues throughout planning and is...

  20. 21 CFR 25.10 - Policies and NEPA planning.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... Food and Drugs FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT CONSIDERATIONS General Provisions § 25.10 Policies and NEPA planning. (a) All FDA's... future generations. (b) Assessment of environmental factors continues throughout planning and is...

  1. Integration, status and potential of environmental justice and the social impact assessment process in transportation development in Missouri

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2003-12-01

    This research examines the Social Impact Assessment Process at the Missouri Department of Transportation as directed by the : National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The analysis includes an examination of the influences of the more recent directiv...

  2. 76 FR 4133 - National Environmental Policy Act; Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Mission

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-01-24

    ... NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION [Notice (11-008)] National Environmental Policy Act; Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Mission AGENCY: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA...). SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended, (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq...

  3. National Environmental Policy Act compliance guide. Volume II (reference book)

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    NONE

    1994-09-01

    This document (Volume II of the National Environmental Policy Act Compliance Guide) contains current copies of regulations and guidance from the Council on Environmental Quality, the Department of Energy, the Department of State, and the Environmental Protection Agency, related to compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA).

  4. Integration, status and potential of environmental justice and the social impact assessment process in transportation development in Missouri

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2004-07-01

    This research examines the Social Impact Assessment Process at the Missouri Department of Transportation as directed by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Four case studies are used to assess the influence of human-dimension impacts in tra...

  5. Overview of U.S. nuclear launch safety approval process, supporting launch vehicle databook and probabilistic risk assessment methods

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Reinhart, L. E.

    2001-01-01

    This paper provides an overview of the U.S. space nuclear power system launch approval process as defined by the two separate requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Presidential Directive/National Security Council Memorandum No. 25 (PD/NSC-25).

  6. 43 CFR 46.120 - Using existing environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Using existing environmental analyses... environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental Quality regulations. (a) When available, the Responsible Official should use existing NEPA analyses for assessing the impacts of a...

  7. 43 CFR 46.120 - Using existing environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Using existing environmental analyses... environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental Quality regulations. (a) When available, the Responsible Official should use existing NEPA analyses for assessing the impacts of a...

  8. 43 CFR 46.120 - Using existing environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2012-10-01 2011-10-01 true Using existing environmental analyses... environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental Quality regulations. (a) When available, the Responsible Official should use existing NEPA analyses for assessing the impacts of a...

  9. 43 CFR 46.120 - Using existing environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Using existing environmental analyses... environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental Quality regulations. (a) When available, the Responsible Official should use existing NEPA analyses for assessing the impacts of a...

  10. 43 CFR 36.6 - NEPA compliance and lead agency.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... SYSTEMS IN AND ACROSS, AND ACCESS INTO, CONSERVATION SYSTEM UNITS IN ALASKA § 36.6 NEPA compliance and... interested individuals and organizations. (6) The lead agency shall ensure compliance with section 810 of... the applicant, according to the BLM's cost recovery procedures and regulations implementing section...

  11. 43 CFR 36.6 - NEPA compliance and lead agency.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... SYSTEMS IN AND ACROSS, AND ACCESS INTO, CONSERVATION SYSTEM UNITS IN ALASKA § 36.6 NEPA compliance and... interested individuals and organizations. (6) The lead agency shall ensure compliance with section 810 of... the applicant, according to the BLM's cost recovery procedures and regulations implementing section...

  12. Geothermal Development and the Use of Categorical Exclusions Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (Presentation)

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Levine, A.; Young, K. R.

    2014-09-01

    The federal environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) can be complex and time consuming. Currently, a geothermal developer may have to complete the NEPA process multiple times during the development of a geothermal project. One mechanism to reduce the timeframe of the federal environmental review process for activities that do not have a significant environmental impact is the use of Categorical Exclusions (CXs), which can exempt projects from having to complete an Environmental Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement. This study focuses primarily on the CX process and its applicability to geothermal exploration. In thismore » paper, we: Provide generalized background information on CXs, including previous NEPA reports addressing CXs, the process for developing CXs, and the role of extraordinary circumstances; Examine the history of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) geothermal CXs; Compare current CXs for oil, gas, and geothermal energy; Describe bills proposing new statutory CXs; Examine the possibility of standardizing geothermal CXs across federal agencies; and Present analysis from the Geothermal NEPA Database and other sources on the potential for new geothermal exploration CXs. As part of this study, we reviewed Environmental Assessments (EAs) conducted in response to 20 geothermal exploration drilling permit applications (Geothermal Drilling Permits or Notices of Intents) since the year 2001, the majority of which are from the last 5 years. All 20 EAs reviewed for this study resulted in a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). While many of these FONS's involved proponent proposed or federal agency required mitigation, this still suggests it may be appropriate to create or expand an exploration drilling CX for geothermal, which would have a significant impact on reducing geothermal exploration timelines and up-front costs. Ultimately, federal agencies tasked with permitting and completing

  13. Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Environmental Restoration Program Management Plan

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1999-04-01

    ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM 5 4.1 Environmental Restoration (Cleanup, Compliance and Unexploded Ordnance) 6 4.2 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA...Realignment Act) to create a process to close bases and realign the force infrastructure. The law addressed National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA...primarily through provisions contained in the National Defense Authorization Acts for Fiscal Years 1992 through 1997. Appendix A of the BRAC Reuse

  14. From the office to the field: Areas of tension and consensus in the implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act within the US Forest Service

    Treesearch

    Marc J. Stern; S. Andrew Predmore; Michael J. Mortimer; David N. Seesholtz

    2010-01-01

    We conducted an online survey (n = 3321) followed by five focus groups with Forest Service employees involved in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to explore agency views of how NEPA should be implemented within the agency. We filter these perceptions through the lenses of different functional groups within the agency, each with its own role...

  15. 38 CFR 200.4 - Implementation of NEPA and related authorities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. (2) The Master Planner, is..., minimizing potential impacts in an effort to avoid a higher level of NEPA documentation. The scope of an... significant effects on public health, safety, or the environment. (B) Reasonable likelihood of significant...

  16. 38 CFR 200.4 - Implementation of NEPA and related authorities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. (2) The Master Planner, is..., minimizing potential impacts in an effort to avoid a higher level of NEPA documentation. The scope of an... significant effects on public health, safety, or the environment. (B) Reasonable likelihood of significant...

  17. 38 CFR 200.4 - Implementation of NEPA and related authorities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. (2) The Master Planner, is..., minimizing potential impacts in an effort to avoid a higher level of NEPA documentation. The scope of an... significant effects on public health, safety, or the environment. (B) Reasonable likelihood of significant...

  18. 32 CFR 651.12 - Determining appropriate level of NEPA analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 4 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 true Determining appropriate level of NEPA analysis. 651.12 Section 651.12 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY (CONTINUED) ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental...

  19. Geothermal Induced Seismicity National Environmental Policy Act Review

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Levine, Aaron L; Cook, Jeffrey J; Beckers, Koenraad J

    This presentation reviews four National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) documents to understand how Federal agencies, including the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and Department of Energy, review and analyze the potential impacts to the human environment when funding or approving permits for enhanced geothermal system with the potential for induced seismicity.

  20. 76 FR 213 - National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-01-03

    ...The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) proposes to amend its existing regulations governing compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The majority of the changes are proposed for the categorical exclusions provisions contained in its NEPA Implementing Procedures, with a small number of related changes proposed for other provisions. These proposed changes are intended to better align the Department's regulations, particularly its categorical exclusions, with DOE's current activities and recent experiences, and to update the provisions with respect to current technologies and regulatory requirements. DOE proposes to establish 20 new categorical exclusions, and to remove two categorical exclusion categories, one environmental assessment (EA) category, and two environmental impact statement (EIS) categories. Other proposed changes modify and clarify DOE's existing provisions.

  1. 75 FR 12496 - Proposed Information Collection; Comment Request; DOC National Environmental Policy Act...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-03-16

    ... DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Office of the Secretary Proposed Information Collection; Comment Request; DOC National Environmental Policy Act Environmental Questionnaire and Checklist AGENCY: Office of the...) Environmental Questionnaire and Checklist (EQC) was developed to assist DOC in complying with NEPA by...

  2. Cost-utility and budget impact analyses of the use of NEPA for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting prophylaxis in Italy

    PubMed Central

    Restelli, Umberto; Saibene, Gabriella; Nardulli, Patrizia; Di Turi, Roberta; Bonizzoni, Erminio; Scolari, Francesca; Perrone, Tania; Croce, Davide; Celio, Luigi

    2017-01-01

    Objective To evaluate the efficiency of resources allocation and sustainability of the use of netupitant+palonosetron (NEPA) for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) prophylaxis assuming the Italian National Health Service (NHS) perspective. A published Markov model was adapted to assess the incremental cost-utility ratio of NEPA compared with aprepitant (APR) + palonosetron (PALO), fosaprepitant (fAPR) + PALO, APR + ondansetron (ONDA), fAPR + ONDA in patients receiving a highly emetogenic chemotherapy (HEC) and with APR + PALO and fAPR + PALO in patients receiving a moderately emetogenic chemotherapy (MEC). Setting Oncology hospital department in Italy. Methods A Markov model was used to determine the impact of NEPA on the budget of the Italian NHS on a 5-day time horizon, corresponding to the acute and delayed CINV prophylaxis phases. Direct medical costs considered were related to antiemetic drugs, adverse events management, CINV episodes management. Clinical and quality of life data referred to previously published works. The budget impact analysis considered the aforementioned therapies plus PALO alone (for HEC and MEC) on a 5-year time horizon, comparing two scenarios: one considering the use of NEPA and one not considering its use. Primary and secondary outcome measures Incremental cost per quality adjusted life year (QALY) and differential economic impact for the Italian NHS between the two scenarios considered. Results NEPA is more effective and less expensive (dominant) compared with APR + PALO (for HEC and MEC), fAPR + PALO (for HEC and MEC), APR + ONDA (for HEC), fAPR + ONDA (for HEC). The use of NEPA would lead to a 5-year cost decrease of €63.7 million (€42.7 million for HEC and €20.9 million for MEC). Conclusions NEPA allows an efficient allocation of resources for the Italian NHS and it is sustainable, leading to a cost decrease compared with a scenario which does not consider its use. PMID:28765126

  3. Cost-utility and budget impact analyses of the use of NEPA for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting prophylaxis in Italy.

    PubMed

    Restelli, Umberto; Saibene, Gabriella; Nardulli, Patrizia; Di Turi, Roberta; Bonizzoni, Erminio; Scolari, Francesca; Perrone, Tania; Croce, Davide; Celio, Luigi

    2017-08-01

    To evaluate the efficiency of resources allocation and sustainability of the use of netupitant+palonosetron (NEPA) for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) prophylaxis assuming the Italian National Health Service (NHS) perspective. A published Markov model was adapted to assess the incremental cost-utility ratio of NEPA compared with aprepitant (APR) + palonosetron (PALO), fosaprepitant (fAPR) + PALO, APR + ondansetron (ONDA), fAPR + ONDA in patients receiving a highly emetogenic chemotherapy (HEC) and with APR + PALO and fAPR + PALO in patients receiving a moderately emetogenic chemotherapy (MEC). Oncology hospital department in Italy. A Markov model was used to determine the impact of NEPA on the budget of the Italian NHS on a 5-day time horizon, corresponding to the acute and delayed CINV prophylaxis phases. Direct medical costs considered were related to antiemetic drugs, adverse events management, CINV episodes management. Clinical and quality of life data referred to previously published works. The budget impact analysis considered the aforementioned therapies plus PALO alone (for HEC and MEC) on a 5-year time horizon, comparing two scenarios: one considering the use of NEPA and one not considering its use. Incremental cost per quality adjusted life year (QALY) and differential economic impact for the Italian NHS between the two scenarios considered. NEPA is more effective and less expensive (dominant) compared with APR + PALO (for HEC and MEC), fAPR + PALO (for HEC and MEC), APR + ONDA (for HEC), fAPR + ONDA (for HEC). The use of NEPA would lead to a 5-year cost decrease of €63.7 million (€42.7 million for HEC and €20.9 million for MEC). NEPA allows an efficient allocation of resources for the Italian NHS and it is sustainable, leading to a cost decrease compared with a scenario which does not consider its use. © Article author(s) (or their employer(s) unless otherwise stated in the text of the article) 2017. All rights reserved. No

  4. 78 FR 44138 - National Environmental Policy Act; Implementing Procedures; Addition of Categorical Exclusion for...

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    ... Policy Act; Implementing Procedures; Addition of Categorical Exclusion for Real Property Disposal AGENCY... announces the addition of a new Categorical Exclusion (CATEX) for Real Property Disposal under the National... Security NEPA implementing procedures by establishing a new CATEX for real property disposal undertaken by...

  5. 15 CFR 990.23 - Compliance with NEPA and the CEQ regulations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ..., federal trustees must issue a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) as part of the restoration plans... Plan/EA and FONSI. (F) The means by which a federal trustee requests, considers, and responds to public comments on the Draft Restoration Plan/EA and FONSI must also be consistent with the federal agency's NEPA...

  6. Environmental and social risks: defensive National Environmental Policy Act in the US Forest Service

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    Michael J. Mortimer; Marc J. Stern; Robert W. Malmsheimer; Dale J. Blahna; Lee K. Cerveny; David N. Seesholtz

    2011-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and its accompanying regulations provide a spectrum of alternative analytical pathways for federal agencies proposing major actions that might significantly impact the human environment. Although guidance from the President's council on Environmental Quality suggests the decision to develop an environmental impact...

  7. PROFILE: Environmental Impact Assessment Under the National Environmental Policy Act and the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty.

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    Ensminger; McCold; Webb

    1999-07-01

    / Antarctica has been set aside by the international community for protection as a natural reserve and a place for scientific research. Through the Antarctic Treaty of 1961, the signing nations agreed to cooperate in protecting the antarctic environment, in conducting scientific studies, and in abstaining from the exercise of territorial claims. The 1991 signing of the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (Protocol) by representatives of the 26 nations comprising the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Parties (Parties) significantly strengthened environmental protection measures for the continent. The Protocol required ratification by each of the governments individually prior to official implementation. The US government ratified the Protocol by passage of the Antarctic Science, Tourism, and Conservation Act of 1997. Japan completed the process by ratifying the Protocol on December 15, 1997. US government actions undertaken in Antarctica are subject to the requirements of both the Protocol and the US National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). There are differences in the scope and intent of the Protocol and NEPA; however, both require environmental impact assessment (EIA) as part of the planning process for proposed actions that have the potential for environmental impacts. In this paper we describe the two instruments and highlight key similarities and differences with particular attention to EIA. Through this comparison of the EIA requirements of NEPA and the Protocol, we show how the requirements of each can be used in concert to provide enhanced environmental protection for the antarctic environment. NEPA applies only to actions of the US government; therefore, because NEPA includes certain desirable attributes that have been refined and clarified through numerous court cases, and because the Protocol is just entering implementation internationally, some recommendations are made for strengthening the procedural requirements of the Protocol

  8. 75 FR 18113 - Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Northeast...

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    ... final operations plan, contract, and environmental assessment (EA), and the Final Regulatory Flexibility... fish in a given FY, it must submit an operations plan, sector contract, and EA to NMFS by September 1... National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), an EA was prepared for each operations plan. All sector EAs are...

  9. 7 CFR 799.5 - FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA. 799.5 Section 799.5 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND RELATED...

  10. 7 CFR 799.5 - FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA. 799.5 Section 799.5 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND RELATED...

  11. 7 CFR 799.5 - FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 7 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false FSA officials and offices responsible for carrying out NEPA. 799.5 Section 799.5 Agriculture Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND RELATED...

  12. Addressing environmental justice under the National Environment Policy Act at Sandia National Laboratories/New Mexico

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    Cohen, T.M.; Bleakly, D.R.

    1997-04-01

    Under Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations, the Department of Energy (DOE) and Sandia National Laboratories New Mexico (SNL) are required to identify and address, as appropriate, disproportionately high, adverse human health or environmental effects of their activities on minority and low-income populations. The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) also requires that environmental justice issues be identified and addressed. This presents a challenge for SNL because it is located in a culturally diverse area. Successfully addressing potential impacts is contingent upon accurately identifying them through objective analysis of demographic information. However,more » an effective public participation process, which is necessarily subjective, is also needed to understand the subtle nuances of diverse populations that can contribute to a potential impact, yet are not always accounted for in a strict demographic profile. Typically, there is little or no coordination between these two disparate processes. This report proposes a five-step method for reconciling these processes and uses a hypothetical case study to illustrate the method. A demographic analysis and community profile of the population within 50 miles of SNL were developed to support the environmental justice analysis process and enhance SNL`s NEPA and public involvement programs. This report focuses on developing a methodology for identifying potentially impacted populations. Environmental justice issues related to worker exposures associated with SNL activities will be addressed in a separate report.« less

  13. NEPA, a new fixed combination of netupitant and palonosetron, is a cost-effective intervention for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in the UK

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    Cawston, Helene; Bourhis, Francois; Eriksson, Jennifer; Ruffo, Pierfrancesco; D’Agostino, Paolo; Turini, Marco; Schwartzberg, Lee; McGuire, Alistair

    2017-01-01

    Background The objective was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of NEPA, an oral fixed combination netupitant (NETU, 300 mg) and palonosetron (PA, 0.5 mg) compared with aprepitant and palonosetron (APPA) or palonosetron (PA) alone, to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) in patients undergoing treatment with highly or moderately emetogenic chemotherapy (HEC or MEC) in the UK. Scope A systematic literature review and meta-analysis were undertaken to compare NEPA with currently recommended anti-emetics. Relative effectiveness was estimated over the acute (day 1) and overall treatment (days 1–5) phases, taking complete response (CR, no emesis and no rescue medication) and complete protection (CP, CR and no more than mild nausea [VAS scale <25 mm]) as primary efficacy outcomes. A three-health-state Markov cohort model, including CP, CR and incomplete response (no CR) for HEC and MEC, was constructed. A five-day time horizon and UK NHS perspective were adopted. Transition probabilities were obtained by combining the response rates of CR and CP from NEPA trials and odds ratios from the meta-analysis. Utilities of 0.90, 0.70 and 0.24 were defined for CP, CR and incomplete response, respectively. Costs included medications and management of CINV-related events and were obtained from the British National Formulary and NHS Reference Costs. The expected budgetary impact of NEPA was also evaluated. Findings In HEC patients, the NEPA strategy was more effective than APPA (quality-adjusted life days [QALDs] of 4.263 versus 4.053; incremental emesis-free and CINV-free days of +0.354 and +0.237, respectively) and was less costly (£80 versus £124), resulting in NEPA being the dominant strategy. In MEC patients, NEPA was cost effective, cumulating in an estimated 0.182 extra QALDs at an incremental cost of £6.65 compared with PA. Conclusion Despite study limitations (study setting, time horizon, utility measure), the results suggest NEPA is cost effective

  14. 41 CFR 102-76.40 - To which real property actions does NEPA apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false To which real property actions does NEPA apply? 102-76.40 Section 102-76.40 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION REAL PROPERTY 76-DESIGN...

  15. 41 CFR 102-76.40 - To which real property actions does NEPA apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false To which real property actions does NEPA apply? 102-76.40 Section 102-76.40 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION REAL PROPERTY 76-DESIGN...

  16. 41 CFR 102-76.40 - To which real property actions does NEPA apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false To which real property actions does NEPA apply? 102-76.40 Section 102-76.40 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION REAL PROPERTY 76-DESIGN...

  17. 41 CFR 102-76.40 - To which real property actions does NEPA apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false To which real property actions does NEPA apply? 102-76.40 Section 102-76.40 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION REAL PROPERTY 76-DESIGN...

  18. 41 CFR 102-76.40 - To which real property actions does NEPA apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false To which real property actions does NEPA apply? 102-76.40 Section 102-76.40 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION REAL PROPERTY 76-DESIGN...

  19. 43 CFR 46.100 - Federal action subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... action is subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA if it would cause effects on the human... funding or approval are necessary to implement it. If Federal funding is provided with no Federal agency... decision on one or more alternative means of accomplishing that goal; and (2) The effects of the proposed...

  20. 43 CFR 46.100 - Federal action subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... action is subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA if it would cause effects on the human... funding or approval are necessary to implement it. If Federal funding is provided with no Federal agency... decision on one or more alternative means of accomplishing that goal; and (2) The effects of the proposed...

  1. 43 CFR 46.100 - Federal action subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... action is subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA if it would cause effects on the human... funding or approval are necessary to implement it. If Federal funding is provided with no Federal agency... decision on one or more alternative means of accomplishing that goal; and (2) The effects of the proposed...

  2. 43 CFR 46.100 - Federal action subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... action is subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA if it would cause effects on the human... funding or approval are necessary to implement it. If Federal funding is provided with no Federal agency... decision on one or more alternative means of accomplishing that goal; and (2) The effects of the proposed...

  3. 43 CFR 46.100 - Federal action subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... action is subject to the procedural requirements of NEPA if it would cause effects on the human... funding or approval are necessary to implement it. If Federal funding is provided with no Federal agency... decision on one or more alternative means of accomplishing that goal; and (2) The effects of the proposed...

  4. 7 CFR 1940.328 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... possible in the assessment process whether the project falls under the requirements of the State NEPA. If... assessment cannot be completed until the State's impact statement requirements have been fulfilled by the... determination will then be executed based upon the assessment and the statement. (c) It should be emphasized...

  5. X-33 Environmental Impact Statement: A Fast Track Approach

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    McCaleb, Rebecca C.; Holland, Donna L.

    1998-01-01

    NASA is required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to prepare an appropriate level environmental analysis for its major projects. Development of the X-33 Technology Demonstrator and its associated flight test program required an environmental impact statement (EIS) under the NEPA. The EIS process is consists of four parts: the "Notice of Intent" to prepare an EIS and scoping; the draft EIS which is distributed for review and comment; the final ETS; and the "Record of Decision." Completion of this process normally takes from 2 - 3 years, depending on the complexity of the proposed action. Many of the agency's newest fast track, technology demonstration programs require NEPA documentation, but cannot sustain the lengthy time requirement between program concept development to implementation. Marshall Space Flight Center, in cooperation with Kennedy Space Center, accomplished the NEPA process for the X-33 Program in 13 months from Notice of Intent to Record of Decision. In addition, the environmental team implemented an extensive public involvement process, conducting a total of 23 public meetings for scoping and draft EIS comment along with numerous informal meetings with public officials, civic organizations, and Native American Indians. This paper will discuss the fast track approach used to successfully accomplish the NEPA process for X-33 on time.

  6. NEPA, a fixed oral combination of netupitant and palonosetron, improves control of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) over multiple cycles of chemotherapy: results of a randomized, double-blind, phase 3 trial versus oral palonosetron.

    PubMed

    Aapro, Matti; Karthaus, Meinolf; Schwartzberg, Lee; Bondarenko, Igor; Sarosiek, Tomasz; Oprean, Cristina; Cardona-Huerta, Servando; Hansen, Vincent; Rossi, Giorgia; Rizzi, Giada; Borroni, Maria Elisa; Rugo, Hope

    2017-04-01

    Antiemetic guidelines recommend co-administration of targeted prophylactic medications inhibiting molecular pathways involved in emesis. NEPA is a fixed oral combination of a new NK 1 receptor antagonist (RA), netupitant (NETU 300 mg), and palonosetron (PALO 0.50 mg), a pharmacologically distinct 5-HT 3 RA. NEPA showed superior prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) compared with oral PALO in a single chemotherapy cycle; maintenance of efficacy/safety over continuing cycles is the objective of this study. This study is a multinational, double-blind study comparing a single oral dose of NEPA vs oral PALO in chemotherapy-naïve patients receiving anthracycline/cyclophosphamide-based chemotherapy along with dexamethasone 12 mg (NEPA) or 20 mg (PALO) on day 1. The primary efficacy endpoint was delayed (25-120 h) complete response (CR: no emesis, no rescue medication) in cycle 1. Sustained efficacy was evaluated during the multicycle extension by calculating the proportion of patients with overall (0-120 h) CR in cycles 2-4 and by assessing the probability of sustained CR over multiple cycles. Of 1455 patients randomized, 1286 (88 %) participated in the multiple-cycle extension for a total of 5969 cycles; 76 % completed ≥4 cycles. The proportion of patients with an overall CR was significantly greater for NEPA than oral PALO for cycles 1-4 (74.3 vs 66.6 %, 80.3 vs 66.7 %, 83.8 vs 70.3 %, and 83.8 vs 74.6 %, respectively; p ≤ 0.001 each cycle). The cumulative percentage of patients with a sustained CR over all 4 cycles was also greater for NEPA (p < 0.0001). NEPA was well tolerated over cycles. NEPA, a convenient, guideline-consistent, fixed antiemetic combination is effective and safe over multiple cycles of chemotherapy.

  7. Environmental assessment for the Processing and Environmental Technology Laboratory (PETL)

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    NONE

    1995-09-01

    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) on the proposed Processing and Environmental Technology Laboratory (PETC) at Sandia National Laboratories/New Mexico (SNL/NM). This facility is needed to integrate, consolidate, and enhance the materials science and materials process research and development (R&D) currently in progress at SNL/NM. Based on the analyses in the EA, DOE has determined that the proposed action is not a major Federal action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment within the meaning of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969. Therefore, an environmental impact statement is not required, andmore » DOE is issuing this Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI).« less

  8. 43 CFR 46.120 - Using existing environmental analyses prepared pursuant to NEPA and the Council on Environmental...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Using existing environmental analyses... Public Lands: Interior Office of the Secretary of the Interior IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL... available, the Responsible Official should use existing NEPA analyses for assessing the impacts of a...

  9. 76 FR 63763 - National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures

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    2011-10-13

    ...The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) is revising its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Procedures. The majority of the changes are being made to the categorical exclusion provisions. These revisions are intended to better align the Department's regulations, particularly its categorical exclusions, with DOE's current activities and recent experiences, and to update the provisions with respect to current technologies and regulatory requirements. DOE is establishing 20 new categorical exclusions and removing two categorical exclusion categories, one environmental assessment category, and three environmental impact statement categories. Other changes modify and clarify DOE's existing provisions.

  10. 76 FR 26996 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for New Corporate Average Fuel...

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    2011-05-10

    ...Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), NHTSA plans to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to analyze the potential environmental impacts of the agency's Corporate Average Fuel Economy program for passenger automobiles (referred to herein as ``passenger cars'') and non-passenger automobiles (referred to herein as ``light trucks''). The EIS will consider the potential environmental impacts of new fuel economy standards for model years 2017-2025 passenger cars and light trucks that NHTSA will be proposing pursuant to the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. This notice initiates the NEPA scoping process by inviting comments from Federal, State, and local agencies, Indian tribes, and the public to help identify the environmental issues and reasonable alternatives to be examined in the EIS. This notice also provides guidance for participating in the scoping process and additional information about the alternatives NHTSA expects to consider in its NEPA analysis. In preparing this notice, NHTSA has shared the document with the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Department of Energy (DOE).

  11. Adding Impacts and Mitigation Measures to OpenEI's RAPID Toolkit

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    Vogel, Erin

    The Open Energy Information platform hosts the Regulatory and Permitting Information Desktop (RAPID) Toolkit to provide renewable energy permitting information on federal and state regulatory processes. One of the RAPID Toolkit's functions is to help streamline the geothermal permitting processes outlined in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This is particularly important in the geothermal energy sector since each development phase requires separate land analysis to acquire exploration, well field drilling, and power plant construction permits. Using the Environmental Assessment documents included in RAPID's NEPA Database, the RAPID team identified 37 resource categories that a geothermal project may impact. Examplesmore » include impacts to geology and minerals, nearby endangered species, or water quality standards. To provide federal regulators, project developers, consultants, and the public with typical impacts and mitigation measures for geothermal projects, the RAPID team has provided overview webpages of each of these 37 resource categories with a sidebar query to reference related NEPA documents in the NEPA Database. This project is an expansion of a previous project that analyzed the time to complete NEPA environmental review for various geothermal activities. The NEPA review not only focused on geothermal projects within the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service managed lands, but also projects funded by the Department of Energy. Timeline barriers found were: extensive public comments and involvement; content overlap in NEPA documents, and discovery of impacted resources such as endangered species or cultural sites.« less

  12. 76 FR 9981 - National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures

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    2011-02-23

    ..., 2011 (76 FR 214). This is being done in response to a request on behalf of multiple organizations... procedures, contact Ms. Carol Borgstrom, Director, Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance, at 202-586-4600 or... Ms. Yardena Mansoor, Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance, at [email protected] or 202-586-9326...

  13. 43 CFR 46.215 - Categorical exclusions: Extraordinary circumstances.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.215 Categorical... determined by the Responsible Official. (a) Have significant impacts on public health or safety. (b) Have...

  14. 77 FR 47866 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Receipt of Applications for Two Incidental Take...

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    2012-08-10

    ... National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). To make this determination, we used our environmental action statement and low-effect screening form, which are also available for review. DATES: To ensure consideration... under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as provided by the Department of the Interior Manual...

  15. 40 CFR 93.156 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. If the action has multi-regional or national impacts (e.g., the action...-regional or national impacts, the Federal agency, as an alternative, can publish the notice in the Federal...

  16. 76 FR 5606 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Receipt of Application for Incidental Take Permit...

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    2011-02-01

    ... low-effect under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). To make this determination we used our environmental action statement and low- effect screening form, which are also available for review. DATES: To... under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as provided by the Department of the Interior Manual...

  17. 25 CFR 162.529 - Will BIA review a proposed WEEL before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 1 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Will BIA review a proposed WEEL before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation? 162.529 Section 162.529 Indians BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR LAND AND WATER LEASES AND PERMITS Wind and Solar Resource Leases Weel Approval...

  18. 25 CFR 162.529 - Will BIA review a proposed WEEL before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 1 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Will BIA review a proposed WEEL before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation? 162.529 Section 162.529 Indians BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR LAND AND WATER LEASES AND PERMITS Wind and Solar Resource Leases Weel Approval...

  19. 75 FR 7438 - Notice of Availability of the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the...

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    2010-02-19

    ... 2012 (see 16 U.S.C. 3831(d)). Alfalfa and multiyear grasses and legumes in a rotation practice with an... pollinators (see 16 U.S.C. 3844(h)). Under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the EIS process...

  20. Restoration Planning: Guidance Document for Natural Resource Damage Assessment Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    1996-08-01

    The purpose of this document is to provide trustees with general guidance to develop restoration plans under OPA that comply with NEPA's procedural requirements. The focus of this document is to more fully describe the processes and products required...

  1. Profile of netupitant/palonosetron (NEPA) fixed dose combination and its potential in the treatment of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV)

    PubMed Central

    Navari, Rudolph M

    2015-01-01

    Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is associated with a significant deterioration in quality of life. The emetogenicity of the chemotherapeutic agents, repeated chemotherapy cycles, and patient risk factors significantly influence CINV. The use of a combination of a 5-hydroxytryptamine-3 (5-HT3) receptor antagonists, dexamethasone, and a neurokinin-1 (NK-1) receptor antagonist has significantly improved the control of acute and delayed emesis in single-day chemotherapy. Palonosetron, a second generation 5-HT3 receptor antagonist with a different half-life, different binding capacity, and a different mechanism of action than the first generation 5-HT3 receptor antagonists, appears to be the most effective agent in its class. Netupitant, is a new NK-1 receptor antagonist with a high binding affinity, a long half-life of 90 hours, is metabolized by CYP3A4, and is an inhibitor of CYP3A4. NEPA is an oral fixed-dose combination of netupitant and palonosetron which has recently been employed in Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for the prevention of CINV in patients receiving moderately and highly emetogenic chemotherapy (MEC and HEC). The clinical trials demonstrated that NEPA (300 mg of netupitant plus 0.50 mg of palonosetron) significantly improved the prevention of CINV compared to the use of palonosetron alone in patients receiving either HEC or MEC. The clinical efficacy was maintained over multiple cycles of chemotherapy. NEPA (Akynzeo®) has recently been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing cancer chemotherapy. PMID:25552904

  2. 78 FR 53750 - EcoEléctrica, L.P.; Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment for the Proposed LNG...

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    2013-08-30

    ... Pe[ntilde]uelas, Puerto Rico. This EA will be used by the Commission in its decision-making process...) 502-8371. For instructions on connecting to eLibrary, refer to the ``Additional Information'' section... Process The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires the Commission to take into account the...

  3. 76 FR 6494 - Notice of Availability of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Bureau of Land Management and...

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    2011-02-04

    ... development of a migratory bird strategic conservation plan and the FWS completion of raptor conservation measures. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) NEPA will be complied with as the MOU is implemented...

  4. 22 CFR 161.10 - Non-Federal applicants for permits.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Coordination of Other Requirements of NEPA § 161... Canada and Mexico. The Office of Environment and Health will assist in preparation of the required...

  5. 22 CFR 161.10 - Non-Federal applicants for permits.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Coordination of Other Requirements of NEPA § 161... Canada and Mexico. The Office of Environment and Health will assist in preparation of the required...

  6. Project risk and appeals in U.S. Forest Service planning

    Treesearch

    Marc J. Stern; S. Andrew Predmore; Wayde C. Morse; David N. Seesholtz

    2013-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires U.S. Forest Service planning processes to be conducted by interdisciplinary teams of resource specialists to analyze and disclose the likely environmental impacts of proposed natural resource management actions on Forest Service lands. Multiple challenges associated with these processes have been a source of...

  7. Project risk and appeals in U.S. Forest Service planning

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Stern, Marc J., E-mail: mjstern@vt.edu; Predmore, S. Andrew, E-mail: spred2@uis.edu; Morse, Wayde C., E-mail: morsewc@auburn.edu

    2013-09-15

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires U.S. Forest Service planning processes to be conducted by interdisciplinary teams of resource specialists to analyze and disclose the likely environmental impacts of proposed natural resource management actions on Forest Service lands. Multiple challenges associated with these processes have been a source of frustration for the agency. One of these challenges involves administrative appeals through which public entities can challenge a Forest Service decision following a NEPA process. These appeals instigate an internal review process and can result in an affirmation of the Forest Service decision, a reversal of that decision, or additionalmore » work that re-initiates all or part of the NEPA process. We examine the best predictors of appeals and their outcomes on a representative sample of 489 Forest Service NEPA processes that were decided between 2007 and 2009. While certain factors associated with pre-existing social contexts (such as a history of controversy) or pre-determined elements of a proposed action (such as the extraction of forest products) predispose certain processes to a higher risk of appeals, other practices and process-related strategies within the control of the agency also appear to bear meaningful influence on the occurrence of appeals and their outcomes. Appeals and their outcomes were most strongly related to programmatic, structural (turnover of personnel in particular), and relationship risks (both internal and external) within the processes, suggesting the need for greater focus within the agency on cultivating positive internal and external relationships to manage the risk of appeals. -- Highlights: ► We examined appeals and their outcomes on 489 U.S. Forest Service NEPA processes. ► Project type, context, team turnover, and personal relationships predicted appeals. ► External relationship management and staff turnover best predicted appeal outcomes. ► Positive internal and

  8. 25 CFR 162.564 - Will BIA review a proposed WSR lease before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 1 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Will BIA review a proposed WSR lease before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation? 162.564 Section 162.564 Indians BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR LAND AND WATER LEASES AND PERMITS Wind and Solar Resource Leases Wsr Lease...

  9. 25 CFR 162.564 - Will BIA review a proposed WSR lease before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 1 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Will BIA review a proposed WSR lease before or during preparation of the NEPA review documentation? 162.564 Section 162.564 Indians BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR LAND AND WATER LEASES AND PERMITS Wind and Solar Resource Leases Wsr Lease...

  10. 77 FR 6581 - Winter Use Plan, Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement, Yellowstone National Park, Idaho...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-02-08

    .... The preparation of a SEIS is deemed necessary to further the purposes of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The purposes of NEPA would be furthered by allowing NPS to consider additional data...

  11. 10 CFR 51.88 - Proposals for legislation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (CONTINUED) ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS FOR DOMESTIC LICENSING AND RELATED REGULATORY FUNCTIONS National Environmental Policy Act-Regulations Implementing Section 102(2... Commission will, as a matter of policy, follow the provisions of 40 CFR 1506.8 regarding the NEPA process for...

  12. Risk tradeoffs in adaptive ecosystem management: the case of the U.S. Forest Service

    Treesearch

    Marc J. Stern; Caysie A. Martin; S. Andrew Predmore; Wayde C. Morse

    2014-01-01

    Natural resource planning processes on public lands in the United States are driven in large part by the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which dictates general processes for analyzing and disclosing the likely impacts of proposed actions. The outcomes of these processes are the result of multiple factors, many related to the manifold...

  13. Mobile source air toxics mitigation measures.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2013-10-01

    In accordance with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Interim Guidance Update on Mobile Source Air Toxic Analysis in NEPA Documents (September 30, 2009), transportation projects subject to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) mus...

  14. 30 CFR 285.611 - What information must I submit with my SAP to assist MMS in complying with NEPA and other...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false What information must I submit with my SAP to assist MMS in complying with NEPA and other relevant laws? 285.611 Section 285.611 Mineral Resources MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY ALTERNATE USES OF...

  15. 78 FR 12349 - Proposed Information Collection; Land and Water Conservation Fund State Assistance Program

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-02-22

    ... Policy Act (NEPA). The analysis serves as part of the Federal administrative record required by NEPA and... recreation facility, such as a pool or ice rink to shelter them from cold climatic conditions and thereby...

  16. 75 FR 885 - 40th Anniversary of the National Environmental Policy Act, 2010

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-01-07

    ... conservation, and we renew our commitment to preserve our environment for the next generation. NEPA was enacted... created the Council on Environmental Quality to lead our Government's conservation efforts and serve as... to the productive and sustainable use of our environment. That is why NEPA remains a vital tool for...

  17. 78 FR 18967 - Walla Walla Basin Spring Chinook Hatchery Program

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-03-28

    ... Program AGENCY: Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Department of Energy (DOE). ACTION: Notice of... assessment. SUMMARY: In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), BPA intends to prepare... of Intent, BPA is initiating the public scoping process for the EIS. BPA is requesting comments about...

  18. Risk Tradeoffs in Adaptive Ecosystem Management: The Case of the U.S. Forest Service

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Stern, Marc J.; Martin, Caysie A.; Predmore, S. Andrew; Morse, Wayde C.

    2014-06-01

    Natural resource planning processes on public lands in the United States are driven in large part by the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which dictates general processes for analyzing and disclosing the likely impacts of proposed actions. The outcomes of these processes are the result of multiple factors, many related to the manifold smaller incremental decisions made by agency personnel directing the processes. Through interviews with decision makers, team leaders, and team members on five NEPA processes within the U.S. Forest Service, this study examines those incremental decisions. Risk, in particular external relationship risk, emerged as a dominant lens through which agency personnel weigh and make process-related decisions. We discuss the tradeoffs associated with agency actors' emphasis on this form of risk and their potential implications for adaptive ecosystem management and organizational performance.

  19. 42 CFR 137.308 - Does the Secretary have any enforcement authority for Federal environmental responsibilities...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... for Federal environmental responsibilities assumed by Tribes under section 509 of the Act [25 U.S.C... SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.308 Does the Secretary have any enforcement authority for Federal environmental...

  20. 42 CFR 137.308 - Does the Secretary have any enforcement authority for Federal environmental responsibilities...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... for Federal environmental responsibilities assumed by Tribes under section 509 of the Act [25 U.S.C... SERVICES INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.308 Does the Secretary have any enforcement authority for Federal environmental...

  1. 32 CFR 651.13 - Classified actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental Policy Act and the Decision Process § 651.13 Classified actions. (a) For proposed actions and NEPA analyses involving classified information, AR 380-5 (Department of the Army Information Security Program) will be followed. (b) Classification...

  2. 32 CFR 651.13 - Classified actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental Policy Act and the Decision Process § 651.13 Classified actions. (a) For proposed actions and NEPA analyses involving classified information, AR 380-5 (Department of the Army Information Security Program) will be followed. (b) Classification...

  3. 32 CFR 651.13 - Classified actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental Policy Act and the Decision Process § 651.13 Classified actions. (a) For proposed actions and NEPA analyses involving classified information, AR 380-5 (Department of the Army Information Security Program) will be followed. (b) Classification...

  4. 32 CFR 651.13 - Classified actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental Policy Act and the Decision Process § 651.13 Classified actions. (a) For proposed actions and NEPA analyses involving classified information, AR 380-5 (Department of the Army Information Security Program) will be followed. (b) Classification...

  5. 30 CFR 285.611 - What information must I submit with my SAP to assist MMS in complying with NEPA and other...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false What information must I submit with my SAP to assist MMS in complying with NEPA and other relevant laws? 285.611 Section 285.611 Mineral Resources... Requirements Contents of the Site Assessment Plan § 285.611 What information must I submit with my SAP to...

  6. Implementing Base Realignment and Closure Decisions in Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1991-05-01

    February, 1991) Environmental Impact Statement Completion Date Fort Dix Jul 90 (A) Fort Devens - Fort Huachuca On Hold *Presidio of San Francisco May...the signing of the ROD in the NEPA process, documents must be revised, extending the environmental analysis process. As noted in the Fort Belvoir...91 Fort Sheridan Feb 91 (A) Fort Douglas Mar 91 Fort Meade Jul 91 Army Material Technology Laboratory Sep 91 Jefferson Proving Ground Sep 91 Cameron

  7. Environmental Compliance Guide

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    None

    1981-02-01

    The Guide is intended to assist Department of Energy personnel by providing information on the NEPA process, the processes of other environmental statutes that bear on the NEPA process, the timing relationships between the NEPA process and these other processes, as well as timing relationships between the NEPA process and the development process for policies, programs, and projects. This information should be helpful not only in formulating environmental compliance plans but also in achieving compliance with NEPA and various other environmental statutes. The Guide is divided into three parts with related appendices: Part I provides guidance for developing environmental compliancemore » plans for DOE actions; Part II is devoted to NEPA with detailed flowcharts depicting the compliance procedures required by CEQ regulations and Department of Energy NEPA Guidelines; and Part III contains a series of flowcharts for other Federal environmental requirements that may apply to DOE projects.« less

  8. 22 CFR 161.7 - Categories of actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... Foreign Relations DEPARTMENT OF STATE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) NEPA and Departmental Decisionmaking § 161.7 Categories of actions... the quality of the environment in the United States. The need to prepare formal environmental...

  9. 32 CFR 651.13 - Classified actions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 4 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 true Classified actions. 651.13 Section 651.13... ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ARMY ACTIONS (AR 200-2) National Environmental Policy Act and the Decision Process § 651.13 Classified actions. (a) For proposed actions and NEPA analyses involving classified information...

  10. 76 FR 19309 - Solicitation of Letters of Interest To Participate in National Environmental Policy Act Pilot...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-04-07

    ... environmental analyses and documents required under NEPA to determine the extent to which these approaches improve the quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of such analyses and documents. The pilot project will focus only on NEPA analyses and documents associated with petitions for nonregulated status for GE...

  11. 18 CFR 707.3 - Applicability.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... to the environmental effects of their proposed actions and to incorporate suitable environmental... NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) General § 707.3 Applicability. This NEPA rule applies to the WRC... President. Although Title III State planning grants do not normally require environmental assessments or...

  12. 75 FR 38833 - Walker River Basin Acquisition Program

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-07-06

    ... Acquisition Program recipient and has therefore determined National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance... that NEPA compliance is not required in the July 2009 Draft EIS and shared the decision at the August... address the lake's environmental conditions. Reclamation's role related to the Acquisition Program as...

  13. 77 FR 46512 - Adoption and Notice of Availability of a Final Environmental Assessment for the Penobscot River...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-08-03

    ... Interior (Department) is a signatory. The Service intends to approve mechanisms to assist with funding the... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures and guidelines, as the Service is funding the precise actions, the effects of which have already been analyzed by the Commission. As part of that process, the Service is...

  14. 7 CFR 520.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 520.3 Policy. (a) It is ARS policy to comply... are unanticipated and extraordinary may be made in the Office of the Administrator of ARS. (e) ARS... activities involving the ARS to assure that NEPA considerations are addressed early in the planning process...

  15. 7 CFR 520.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 520.3 Policy. (a) It is ARS policy to comply... are unanticipated and extraordinary may be made in the Office of the Administrator of ARS. (e) ARS... activities involving the ARS to assure that NEPA considerations are addressed early in the planning process...

  16. 7 CFR 520.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 520.3 Policy. (a) It is ARS policy to comply... are unanticipated and extraordinary may be made in the Office of the Administrator of ARS. (e) ARS... activities involving the ARS to assure that NEPA considerations are addressed early in the planning process...

  17. 7 CFR 520.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 520.3 Policy. (a) It is ARS policy to comply... are unanticipated and extraordinary may be made in the Office of the Administrator of ARS. (e) ARS... activities involving the ARS to assure that NEPA considerations are addressed early in the planning process...

  18. 7 CFR 520.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 520.3 Policy. (a) It is ARS policy to comply... are unanticipated and extraordinary may be made in the Office of the Administrator of ARS. (e) ARS... activities involving the ARS to assure that NEPA considerations are addressed early in the planning process...

  19. 77 FR 6778 - Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests; Idaho; Clear Creek Integrated Restoration Project

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-02-09

    ... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis and decision making process on the proposal so interested and affected members of the public may participate and contribute to the final decision. DATES: Comments concerning the...Forest Supervisor. 12730 Highway 12, Orofinio, ID 83544. The Decision To Be Made is whether to adopt the...

  20. 78 FR 70318 - Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge; West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana; Notice of Intent To...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-11-25

    ...-FF04R02000] Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge; West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana; Notice of Intent To... comprehensive conservation plan (CCP) and associated National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents for Cat... NEPA documents for Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge NWR, West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, in a...

  1. 22 CFR 161.6 - Responsibilities of departmental officials.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) NEPA and Departmental Decisionmaking § 161.6... implementation of these regulations; in providing advice on major issues, policies and procedures relating to the... is responsible with the Office of Environment and Health in the Bureau of Oceans and International...

  2. 22 CFR 161.6 - Responsibilities of departmental officials.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) NEPA and Departmental Decisionmaking § 161.6... implementation of these regulations; in providing advice on major issues, policies and procedures relating to the... is responsible with the Office of Environment and Health in the Bureau of Oceans and International...

  3. 43 CFR 46.220 - How to designate lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false How to designate lead agencies. 46.220... NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.220 How to designate lead agencies. (a) In most cases, the Responsible Official should designate one Federal agency as the lead with...

  4. 43 CFR 46.220 - How to designate lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false How to designate lead agencies. 46.220... NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.220 How to designate lead agencies. (a) In most cases, the Responsible Official should designate one Federal agency as the lead with...

  5. 43 CFR 46.220 - How to designate lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2012-10-01 2011-10-01 true How to designate lead agencies. 46.220... NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.220 How to designate lead agencies. (a) In most cases, the Responsible Official should designate one Federal agency as the lead with...

  6. 43 CFR 46.220 - How to designate lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false How to designate lead agencies. 46.220... NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT OF 1969 Initiating the NEPA Process § 46.220 How to designate lead agencies. (a) In most cases, the Responsible Official should designate one Federal agency as the lead with...

  7. 40 CFR 1500.2 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ..., regulations, and public laws of the United States in accordance with the policies set forth in the Act and in... procedures required by law or by agency practice so that all such procedures run concurrently rather than... human environment. (e) Use the NEPA process to identify and assess the reasonable alternatives to...

  8. Ecological studies related to construction of the Defense Waste Processing Facility on the Savannah River Site. Annual report, FY 1993

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    NONE

    1994-11-01

    Construction of the Defense Waste Processing Facility (DWPF) on the Savannah River Site (SRS) began during FY-1984. The Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) has completed 15 years of ecological studies related to the construction of the DWPF complex. Prior to construction, the 600-acre site (S-Area) contained a Carolina bay and the headwaters of a stream. Through the long-term census taking of biota at the DWPF site and Rainbow Bay, SREL has been evaluating the impact of construction on the biota and the effectiveness of mitigation efforts. similarly, the effects of erosion from the DWPF site on the water quality ofmore » S-Area peripheral streams are being assessed. This research provides supporting data relevant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, the Endangered Species Act of 1973, Executive orders 11988 (Floodplain Management) and 11990 (Protection of Wetlands), and United States Department of Energy (DOE) Guidelines for Compliance with Floodplain/Wetland Environmental Review Requirements (10 CFR 1022).« less

  9. 77 FR 60687 - Record of Decision for the U.S. Marine Corps Basewide Water Infrastructure Project at Marine...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-10-04

    ... Water Infrastructure Project at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California AGENCY: Department of the... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 42 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 4332(2)(c), the regulations of the Council on Environmental Quality for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA (40 Code of...

  10. Construction of a Plasma Resource Recovery System at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Final Environmental Assessment

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2008-04-07

    1 h~ clean::.) nthcsr:; gas 1"- com cncd 111 energy\\ 1:1 an imcrnal cnmhustinn engi1w-drin:n generator !"he cngmc produ~c.; ck·ctn~1ty \\\\ lllch rs...day mWh megawatt-hours NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards NEI National Emissions Inventory NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NESHAP...System (PRRS) at Hurlburt Field, Florida. This EA has been prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, the Council

  11. Evaluation of impacts and mitigation assessments for the UMTRA Project: Gunnison and Durango pilot studies. Final report

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Beranich, S.J.

    1994-08-24

    This report evaluates the impacts assessment and proposed mitigations provided in environmental documents concerning the US Department of Energy`s (DOE) Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) Project. The projected impacts and proposed mitigations identified in UMTRA Project environmental documents were evaluated for two UMTRA Project sites. These sites are Gunnison and Durango, which are representative of currently active and inactive UMTRA Project sites, respectively. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation was prepared for the remedial action at Durango and Gunnison as well as for the provision of an alternate water supply system at Gunnison. Additionally, environmental analysis was completed formore » mill site demolition Gunnison, and for a new road related to the Durango remedial action. The results in this report pertain only to the impact assessments prepared by the Regulatory Compliance staff as a part of the NEPA compliance requirements. Similarly, the mitigative measures documented are those that were identified during the NEPA process.« less

  12. 42 CFR 137.311 - Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity waiver required under section 509(a)(2) of the Act [25 U...-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.311 Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature...

  13. 42 CFR 137.311 - Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity waiver required under section 509(a)(2) of the Act [25 U...-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.311 Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature...

  14. 42 CFR 137.311 - Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity waiver required under section 509(a)(2) of the Act [25 U...-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.311 Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature...

  15. 42 CFR 137.311 - Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity waiver required under section 509(a)(2) of the Act [25 U...-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.311 Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature...

  16. 42 CFR 137.311 - Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature and scope of the limited immunity waiver required under section 509(a)(2) of the Act [25 U...-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.311 Are Self-Governance Tribes entitled to determine the nature...

  17. 30 CFR 585.907 - How will BOEM process my decommissioning application?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ..., COPs and GAPs Decommissioning Applications § 585.907 How will BOEM process my decommissioning... your decommissioning application with the decommissioning general concept in your approved SAP, COP, or... revise your SAP, COP, or GAP, and BOEM will begin the appropriate NEPA analysis and other regulatory...

  18. 77 FR 27111 - Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST); Notice of Availability of the Final...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-05-08

    ... Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA; 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), Council on Environmental Quality NEPA... Base Library, 95 SPTG/SVMG, 5 West Yeager Blvd., Building 2665, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-1295. Kern County Library, Boron Branch, 26967 20 Mule Team Road, Boron, CA 93516. Kern County Library, California City...

  19. 76 FR 20006 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Sun Valley to...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-04-11

    ...In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, as amended, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Hassayampa Field Office, Phoenix, Arizona, intends to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) which may include discussion of an amendment to the Bradshaw-Harquahala Resource Management Plan (RMP), and by this notice is announcing the beginning of the scoping process to solicit public comments and identify issues.

  20. Effects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Training on Clinical Psychology Trainee Stress, Therapist Skills and Attributes, and ACT Processes.

    PubMed

    Pakenham, Kenneth I

    2015-01-01

    Despite the increasing uptake of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) by mental health practitioners, few studies have investigated the effects of ACT training on trainees. Clinical psychology trainees (CPTs) are susceptible to high stress such that their training represents a teachable moment for personal application of the therapy skills they learn for clinical practice. This study investigates the effects of ACT training on stress, therapist skills and attributes, and the personal acquisition of ACT strategies in CPTs. Thirty-two CPTs completed questionnaires before and after university-based ACT training that consisted of 12 2-h weekly workshops. Pairwise t-tests showed that CPTs reported improvements from before to after training on measures of counselling self-efficacy, client-therapist alliance, self-kindness, acceptance, defusion, mindfulness and values, and a marginally significant improvement on somatic symptoms, despite a trend towards increased work-related stress. As predicted, each of the ACT process variables was related to one or more of the therapist stress, skill and attribute variables, such that greater levels of mindfulness, values and acceptance, and less thought suppression were related to better trainee outcomes. This study provides preliminary data on therapist skill development and personal benefits for CPTs related to receiving ACT training that interweaves instruction in competencies acquisition with self-care. This study provides preliminary data on therapist skill development and personal benefits for clinical psychology trainees related to receiving ACT training that integrates training in competencies acquisition with self-care. The ACT training offers a framework for integrating the acquisition of clinical competencies and self-care skills and positive therapist attributes in trainees. Findings support a strong positive union between the ACT processes and better trainee personal and professional outcomes. Copyright © 2014 John

  1. Introduction to NEPA and mitigation for TxDOT PDP : workshop material.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2014-10-01

    The purpose of this workshop is to provide transportation planners, engineers, : environmental practitioners, and local officials with an introduction to National : Environemntal policy Act (EPA), mitigation, and the project development : process (PD...

  2. 42 CFR 137.295 - May Self-Governance Tribes elect to develop their own environmental review process?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false May Self-Governance Tribes elect to develop their... SELF-GOVERNANCE Construction Nepa Process § 137.295 May Self-Governance Tribes elect to develop their own environmental review process? Yes, Self-Governance Tribes may develop their own environmental...

  3. 43 CFR 10005.11 - Environmental compliance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ...) the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and the Endangered Species Act of 1973.” While not specifically referenced in that section, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act) (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) also contains environmental compliance...

  4. 43 CFR 10005.11 - Environmental compliance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ...) the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and the Endangered Species Act of 1973.” While not specifically referenced in that section, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act) (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) also contains environmental compliance...

  5. 43 CFR 10005.11 - Environmental compliance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ...) the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and the Endangered Species Act of 1973.” While not specifically referenced in that section, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act) (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) also contains environmental compliance...

  6. 43 CFR 10005.11 - Environmental compliance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ...) the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and the Endangered Species Act of 1973.” While not specifically referenced in that section, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act) (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) also contains environmental compliance...

  7. 76 FR 41246 - Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee, Pesticide Registration Improvement Act Process Improvement...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-07-13

    ... Committee, Pesticide Registration Improvement Act Process Improvement Workgroup; Notice of Public Meeting...) Process Improvement Work Group. EPA plans to meet its ESA consultation obligations through the pesticide... a pesticide during the registration review process. This meeting of the PRIA Process Improvement...

  8. 75 FR 70160 - Affordable Care Act; Federal External Review Process; Request for Information

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-11-17

    ...-9986-NC] DEPARTMENT OF LABOR Employee Benefits Security Administration 29 CFR Part 2590 Affordable Care... Affordable Care Act, and its implementing regulations. DATES: Submit written or electronic comments by... processes under the Affordable Care Act; those comments are being collected and evaluated on a separate...

  9. 14 CFR 1216.308 - Preparation of draft statements.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... consultation requirements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, should be met prior to or through... Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Agency Procedures § 1216.308...

  10. 14 CFR 1216.308 - Preparation of draft statements.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... consultation requirements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, should be met prior to or through... Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Agency Procedures § 1216.308...

  11. Final Environmental Assessment for the Grace Hopper Bridge Embankment Repairs at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station, South Carolina

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2015-07-06

    geotechnical reconunendations to aid in design of a retaining wall structure in case this alternative is considered in the future. Based on a telephone...potentially involve significant impacts on the environment must be reviewed in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and all other...Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 989, Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP). The analyses focus on the following environmental resources: noise

  12. Environmental Assessment for Developing Renewable Energy Enhanced Use Lease Facilities at Robins Air Force Base

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2013-12-15

    underlain by igneous and metamorphic rocks which are equivalent to those of the Georgia Piedmont. Potable and process waters are produced from the...Final Environmental Assessment for Developing Renewable Energy Enhanced Use Lease Facilities at Robins Air Force Base...RENEWABLE ENERGY ENHANCED USE LEASE FACILITIES AT ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 U.S

  13. Tooele Army Depot-North Area Suspected Releases SWMUs. Phase 1 RFI report. Volume 1. Text

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1993-12-01

    Maximum Contaminant Level MSL Mean Sea Level NEPA National Environmental Policy Act OB/OD Open Burning/Open Detonation PAH Polycyclic Aromatic...part of a pre-construction environmental assessment (EA), as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The following summarize the...0 1 1M*C!. 43, IV 𔃺 -4C o c a 0fi MA ao W!t 40 CD at w 4Kb CNCD 0 0 CS 40 - 0 e’A * CL m s.a Sc -~ ~ *b C CL 0 WN0 . 0 - at’ 30. qm 2 5--1 z 44

  14. 28 CFR 91.67 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Section 91.67 Judicial Administration DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (CONTINUED) GRANTS FOR CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES Environmental Impact Review Procedures for VOI/TIS Grant Program Other State and Federal Law Requirements § 91... that any state, local, or tribal environmental impact review requirements similar to the Federal NEPA...

  15. Reconnaissance of intertidal and subtidal zones of Back Island, Behm Canal, Southeast Alaska

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Strand, J.A.; Young, J.S.

    1986-09-01

    A diver reconnaissance of the intertidal and subtidal zones of Back Island, Southeast Alaska, was performed May 20-22, 1986. The specific objectives were to catalog potentially vulnerable shellfish, other invertebrates, and plant resources, and to identify potential herring spawning sites. This effort was designed to supplement the existing ecological data base for Back Island that would be used during the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation process. A NEPA document will be prepared that describes the site environment and assesses impacts from the proposed construction and operation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC). Nine diver transects were establishedmore » around Back Island. Particular attention was devoted to proposed locations for the pier and float facilities and range-operations and shore-power cable run-ups.« less

  16. 28 CFR 91.67 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Environmental Impact Review Procedures for VOI/TIS Grant Program Other State and Federal Law Requirements § 91... that any state, local, or tribal environmental impact review requirements similar to the Federal NEPA procedures will be met concurrently, to the extent possible, through requesting the appropriate non-federal...

  17. 28 CFR 91.67 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... Environmental Impact Review Procedures for VOI/TIS Grant Program Other State and Federal Law Requirements § 91... that any state, local, or tribal environmental impact review requirements similar to the Federal NEPA procedures will be met concurrently, to the extent possible, through requesting the appropriate non-federal...

  18. 28 CFR 91.67 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Environmental Impact Review Procedures for VOI/TIS Grant Program Other State and Federal Law Requirements § 91... that any state, local, or tribal environmental impact review requirements similar to the Federal NEPA procedures will be met concurrently, to the extent possible, through requesting the appropriate non-federal...

  19. 28 CFR 91.67 - State Environmental Policy Acts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... Environmental Impact Review Procedures for VOI/TIS Grant Program Other State and Federal Law Requirements § 91... that any state, local, or tribal environmental impact review requirements similar to the Federal NEPA procedures will be met concurrently, to the extent possible, through requesting the appropriate non-federal...

  20. 10 CFR 51.10 - Purpose and scope of subpart; application of regulations of Council on Environmental Quality.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Responsibilities and Policy Statement on Implementation of Section 511 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act... National Environmental Policy Act-Regulations Implementing Section 102(2) § 51.10 Purpose and scope of... Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA) directs that, to the fullest extent possible: (1) The policies...

  1. 14 CFR 1216.300 - Scope.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... policy are available on NASA's Public Portal at http://www.nasa.gov/agency/nepa/(under NEPA Process). ... implements NEPA, setting forth NASA's policies and procedures for the early integration of environmental considerations into planning and decision making. (b) Through this subpart, NASA adopts the CEQ regulations...

  2. 14 CFR § 1216.300 - Scope.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... policy are available on NASA's Public Portal at http://www.nasa.gov/agency/nepa/(under NEPA Process). ... implements NEPA, setting forth NASA's policies and procedures for the early integration of environmental considerations into planning and decision making. (b) Through this subpart, NASA adopts the CEQ regulations...

  3. Geothermal Development and the Use of Categorical Exclusions (Poster)

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Levine, A.; Young, K. R.

    2014-09-01

    The federal environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) can be complex and time consuming. Currently, a geothermal developer may have to complete the NEPA process multiple times during the development of a geothermal project. One mechanism to reduce the timeframe of the federal environmental review process for activities that do not have a significant environmental impact is the use of Categorical Exclusions (CXs), which can exempt projects from having to complete an Environmental Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement. This study focuses primarily on the CX process and its applicability to geothermal exploration. In thismore » paper, we Provide generalized background information on CXs, including previous NEPA reports addressing CXs, the process for developing CXs, and the role of extraordinary circumstances; Examine the history of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) geothermal CXs;Compare current CXs for oil, gas, and geothermal energy; Describe bills proposing new statutory CXs; Examine the possibility of standardizing geothermal CXs across federal agencies; and Present analysis from the Geothermal NEPA Database and other sources on the potential for new geothermal exploration CXs. As part of this study, we reviewed Environmental Assessments (EAs) conducted in response to 20 geothermal exploration drilling permit applications (Geothermal Drilling Permits or Notices of Intents) since the year 2001, the majority of which are from the last 5 years. All 20 EAs reviewed for this study resulted in a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). While many of these FONSI's involved proponent proposed or federal agency required mitigation, this still suggests it may be appropriate to create or expand an exploration drilling CX for geothermal, which would have a significant impact on reducing geothermal exploration timelines and up-front costs. Ultimately, federal agencies tasked with permitting and completing

  4. 75 FR 17155 - Preparation of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for Proposed Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-04-05

    ... all requirements of NEPA, the Coastal Zone Management Act, Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, and... consistent with each affected state's federally approved Coastal Zone Management program. Finally, the MMS...-circulation modeling, ecological effects of oil and gas activities, and hurricane impacts on coastal...

  5. 75 FR 48585 - Revision of Freedom of Information Act Regulations

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-08-11

    ... Service Center and Reading Room; electronic FOIA requests; access to records published or released under... Disclosure Reading Room at: http://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/ceq/foia/readingroom . In general... resources, particularly its Proactive Disclosure Reading Room, should be used to advance NEPA's goals of...

  6. 30 CFR 944.30 - State-Federal Cooperative Agreement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... implementing regulations, including 40 CFR part 1500. 4. The Endangered Species Act, 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq... Secretary reserves the right to act independently of DOGM to carry out his responsibilities under laws other... Policy Act (NEPA), this Agreement, and other applicable Federal laws. The Secretary will carry out these...

  7. 44 CFR 9.3 - Authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... GENERAL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS § 9.3 Authority. The authority for these... Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (Pub. L. 90-488); the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (Pub. L. 93-234); and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (Pub. L. 91-190...

  8. 44 CFR 9.3 - Authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... GENERAL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS § 9.3 Authority. The authority for these... Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (Pub. L. 90-488); the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (Pub. L. 93-234); and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (Pub. L. 91-190...

  9. 44 CFR 9.3 - Authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... GENERAL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS § 9.3 Authority. The authority for these... Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (Pub. L. 90-488); the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (Pub. L. 93-234); and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (Pub. L. 91-190...

  10. 44 CFR 9.3 - Authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... GENERAL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS § 9.3 Authority. The authority for these... Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (Pub. L. 90-488); the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (Pub. L. 93-234); and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (Pub. L. 91-190...

  11. 77 FR 17564 - Notice of Final Federal Agency Actions on Proposed Highway in Utah

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-03-26

    ...)]; Farmland Protection Policy Act (FPPA) [7 U.S.C. 4201-4209]; 6. Wetlands and Water Resources: Clean Water... Protection Act [42 U.S.C. 4001-4129]. Executive Orders: E.O. 11990, Protection of Wetlands; E.O. 11988... actions were taken, including but not limited to: 1. General: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) [42...

  12. 44 CFR 9.3 - Authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... GENERAL FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS § 9.3 Authority. The authority for these... Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (Pub. L. 90-488); the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (Pub. L. 93-234); and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (Pub. L. 91-190...

  13. 78 FR 75369 - Endangered and Threatened Species Permit Applications

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-12-11

    ... meshweaver (Cicurina vespera) Government Canyon Bat Cave spider (Neoleptoneta microps) Ground beetle (Rhadine... texana) Tooth Cave spider (Neoleptoneta (=Leptoneta) myopica) National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) In...

  14. 75 FR 19335 - Premium Review Process; Request for Comments Regarding Section 2794 of the Public Health Service Act

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-04-14

    ... Review Process; Request for Comments Regarding Section 2794 of the Public Health Service Act AGENCY..., which added Section 2794 to the Public Health Service Act (the PHS Act). Section 2794 of the PHS Act... Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) invites public comments in advance of future rulemaking. DATES...

  15. 28 CFR Appendix C to Part 61 - Immigration and Naturalization Service Procedures Relating to the Implementation of the National...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Procedures Relating to the Implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act C Appendix C to Part 61... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT Pt. 61, App. C Appendix C to Part 61—Immigration and Naturalization Service Procedures... published pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et...

  16. 28 CFR Appendix C to Part 61 - Immigration and Naturalization Service Procedures Relating to the Implementation of the National...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Procedures Relating to the Implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act C Appendix C to Part 61... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT Pt. 61, App. C Appendix C to Part 61—Immigration and Naturalization Service Procedures... published pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et...

  17. 43 CFR 10005.18 - Project solicitation procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... anticipated need for NEPA documentation and compliance with the ESA, the Clean Water Act, and other applicable... Section 301 of the Act, the Commission will make a formal invitation to Federal and State resource agencies, Indian tribes, and other interested parties to prepare recommendations concerning projects that...

  18. 43 CFR 10005.18 - Project solicitation procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... anticipated need for NEPA documentation and compliance with the ESA, the Clean Water Act, and other applicable... Section 301 of the Act, the Commission will make a formal invitation to Federal and State resource agencies, Indian tribes, and other interested parties to prepare recommendations concerning projects that...

  19. 43 CFR 10005.18 - Project solicitation procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... anticipated need for NEPA documentation and compliance with the ESA, the Clean Water Act, and other applicable... Section 301 of the Act, the Commission will make a formal invitation to Federal and State resource agencies, Indian tribes, and other interested parties to prepare recommendations concerning projects that...

  20. 43 CFR 10005.18 - Project solicitation procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... anticipated need for NEPA documentation and compliance with the ESA, the Clean Water Act, and other applicable... Section 301 of the Act, the Commission will make a formal invitation to Federal and State resource agencies, Indian tribes, and other interested parties to prepare recommendations concerning projects that...

  1. Special Area Management Plan (SAMP) Upper Yellowstone River, Montana: Environmental Assessment, FONSI, and Selected Alternative

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2011-04-01

    Mitigation Procedure NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NHPA National Historic Preservation Act NRCS Natural Resources Conservation Service NWP...United States Geological Service, Biological Research Division USFWS US Fish and Wildlife Service YNP Yellowstone National Park 4 5 Finding of No...Significant Impact In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act and its implementing regulations, the attached environmental assessment (EA

  2. 77 FR 36329 - Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement and Notice of Scoping Meeting

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-06-18

    ...In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. 4321-4347, the Department of State (DOS) announces its intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and initiate the scoping process for the proposed agency action as specified below. The EIS will evaluate the impacts on the affected environment, including, but not limited to, socioeconomics, traffic and transportation, land use, historic and cultural resources, noise, air quality, environmental justice, and cumulative impacts.

  3. 77 FR 96 - Revision to the Notice for the Great Lakes and Mississippi River Interbasin Study (GLMRIS...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-01-03

    ... conducting GLMRIS in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and with the Economic and Environmental Principles and Guidelines for Water and Related Land Resource Implementation Studies, Water...

  4. Acts of Writing: A Compilation of Six Models That Define the Processes of Writing

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Sharp, Laurie A.

    2016-01-01

    Writing is a developmental and flexible process. Using a prescribed process for acts of writing during instruction does not take into account individual differences of writers and generates writing instruction that is narrow, rigid, and inflexible. Preservice teachers receive limited training with theory and pedagogy for writing, which potentially…

  5. 50 CFR 402.06 - Coordination with other environmental reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE); ENDANGERED SPECIES COMMITTEE REGULATIONS SUBCHAPTER A INTERAGENCY COOPERATION-ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED General § 402.06 Coordination with other... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., implemented at 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508) or the Fish and...

  6. 50 CFR 402.06 - Coordination with other environmental reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE); ENDANGERED SPECIES COMMITTEE REGULATIONS SUBCHAPTER A INTERAGENCY COOPERATION-ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED General § 402.06 Coordination with other... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., implemented at 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508) or the Fish and...

  7. 50 CFR 402.06 - Coordination with other environmental reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE); ENDANGERED SPECIES COMMITTEE REGULATIONS SUBCHAPTER A INTERAGENCY COOPERATION-ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED General § 402.06 Coordination with other... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., implemented at 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508) or the Fish and...

  8. 50 CFR 402.06 - Coordination with other environmental reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE); ENDANGERED SPECIES COMMITTEE REGULATIONS SUBCHAPTER A INTERAGENCY COOPERATION-ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED General § 402.06 Coordination with other... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., implemented at 40 CFR parts 1500-1508) or the Fish and...

  9. 50 CFR 402.06 - Coordination with other environmental reviews.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE); ENDANGERED SPECIES COMMITTEE REGULATIONS SUBCHAPTER A INTERAGENCY COOPERATION-ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED General § 402.06 Coordination with other... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., implemented at 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508) or the Fish and...

  10. 75 FR 7312 - Meeting of the Regional Resource Stewardship Council

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-18

    ... meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), 5 U.S.C. App. 2. The management of the... Policy Act (NEPA) that will help prioritize techniques for the management of TVA's sustainable land use activities, natural resource management activities, recreation and water resource protection and improvement...

  11. Keys to efficient development of useful environmental documents

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2007-09-01

    National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentsenvironmental impact statements and assessmentsinform agency : decisionmaking and let the public know about anticipated effects of a proposed Federal action. The fundamental purposes and : princ...

  12. 75 FR 78063 - Passenger Weight and Inspected Vessel Stability Requirements

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-12-14

    ... Health Statistics NEPA--National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 NHANES--National Health and Nutrition..., Advance Data From Vital Health Statistics Mean Body Weight, Height, and Body Mass Index, United States...

  13. Hanford Reach Fall Chinook Redd Monitoring Report for Calendar Year 2013

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Lindsey, Cole T.; Nugent, John J.

    2014-02-10

    The U.S. Department of Energy, Richland Operations Office (DOE-RL) conducts ecological monitoring on the Hanford Site to collect and track data needed to ensure compliance with an array of environmental laws, regulations, and policies governing DOE activities. Ecological monitoring data provide baseline information about the plants, animals, and habitat under DOE-RL stewardship at Hanford required for decision-making under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The Hanford Site Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP, DOE/EIS-0222-F) which is the Environmental Impact Statement for Hanford Site activities, helps ensure that DOE-RL, its contractors, and othermore » entities conducting activities on the Hanford Site are in compliance with NEPA.« less

  14. Hanford Site Black-Tailed Jackrabbit Monitoring Report for Fiscal Year 2013

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Lindsey, Cole T.; Nugent, John J.; Wilde, Justin W.

    2014-02-13

    The U.S. Department of Energy, Richland Operations Office (DOE-RL) conducts ecological monitoring on the Hanford Site to collect and track data needed to ensure compliance with an array of environmental laws, regulations, and policies governing DOE activities. Ecological monitoring data provide baseline information about the plants, animals, and habitat under DOE-RL stewardship at Hanford required for decision-making under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The Hanford Site Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP, DOE/EIS-0222-F) which is the Environmental Impact Statement for Hanford Site activities, helps ensure that DOE-RL, its contractors, and othermore » entities conducting activities on the Hanford Site are in compliance with NEPA.« less

  15. Hanford Site Anuran Monitoring Report for Calendar Year 2013

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Wilde, Justin W.; Johnson, Scott J.; Lindsey, Cole T.

    2014-02-13

    The U.S. Department of Energy, Richland Operations Office (DOE-RL) conducts ecological monitoring on the Hanford Site to collect and track data needed to ensure compliance with an array of environmental laws, regulations, and policies governing DOE activities. Ecological monitoring data provide baseline information about the plants, animals, and habitat under DOE-RL stewardship at Hanford required for decision-making under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The Hanford Site Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP, DOE/EIS-0222-F) which is the Environmental Impact Statement for Hanford Site activities, helps ensure that DOE-RL, its contractors, and othermore » entities conducting activities on the Hanford Site are in compliance with NEPA.« less

  16. 28 CFR 61.4 - Major federal action.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT General § 61.4 Major federal action. The NEPA regulations define “major federal action... judicial or administrative enforcement proceedings or civil or criminal litigation, including but not...

  17. 14 CFR § 1216.302 - Responsibilities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... responsible for overseeing and guiding NASA's integration of NEPA into the Agency's planning and decision... NEPA analysis into Agency planning and decision-making processes. The SEO shall monitor this process to... Agency's planning and decision making for all NASA activities. The HQ/EMD provides advice and...

  18. Military Ecological Risk Assessment Framework (MERAF) for Assessment of Risks of Military Training and Testing to Natural Resources

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Suter II, G.W.

    2003-06-18

    The objective of this research is to provide the DoD with a framework based on a systematic, risk-based approach to assess impacts for management of natural resources in an ecosystem context. This risk assessment framework is consistent with, but extends beyond, the EPA's ecological risk assessment framework, and specifically addresses DoD activities and management needs. MERAF is intended to be consistent with existing procedures for environmental assessment and planning with DoD testing and training. The intention is to supplement these procedures rather than creating new procedural requirements. MERAF is suitable for use for training and testing area assessment and management.more » It does not include human health risks nor does it address specific permitting or compliance requirements, although it may be useful in some of these cases. Use of MERAF fits into the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process by providing a consistent and rigorous way of organizing and conducting the technical analysis for Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) (Sigal 1993; Carpenter 1995; Canter and Sadler 1997). It neither conflicts with, nor replaces, procedural requirements within the NEPA process or document management processes already in place within DoD.« less

  19. 78 FR 13621 - Forest Service

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-02-28

    ... expansions, will add an additional 20 years life to the Sentinel Quarry, add an additional 40 years life to... requirements of both the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act... and that they are effective in protecting the environment. Inspections will occur during the life of...

  20. 78 FR 46363 - Notice of Availability of the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Palen...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-07-31

    ... DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [L51010000.FX0000.LVRWB09B2600.LLCAD06000... Land Management, Interior. ACTION: Notice of availability. SUMMARY: In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, as...

  1. 7 CFR 799.11 - Expedited procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 799.11 Expedited procedures. Where emergency circumstances... of the NEPA regulations issued by CEQ, USDA, and FSA, FSA will, by working through the USDA Office of...

  2. 14 CFR 1216.302 - Responsibilities.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... overseeing and guiding NASA's integration of NEPA into the Agency's planning and decision making. The SEO... Agency planning and decision-making processes. The SEO shall monitor this process to ensure that these... functions and guiding NASA's integration of NEPA into the Agency's planning and decision making for all NASA...

  3. 30 CFR 285.612 - How will my SAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false How will my SAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 285.612 Section 285.612 Mineral Resources BUREAU OF OCEAN... the Coastal Zone Management Act? Your SAP will be processed based on how your commercial lease was...

  4. 77 FR 42486 - Intent To Prepare an Integrated Water Supply Storage Reallocation Report; Environmental Impact...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-07-19

    ... Water Supply Storage Reallocation Report; Environmental Impact Statement for Missouri River Municipal... Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended and the 1958 Water Supply Act, as amended, the U.S. Army Corps of... purpose of the study is to determine if changes to the current allocation of storage for M&I water supply...

  5. 76 FR 45540 - Fastener Quality Act Insignia Recordal Process

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-07-29

    ... DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE United States Patent and Trademark Office Fastener Quality Act Insignia... Fastener Quality Act of 1999 (FQA), 15 U.S.C. 5401 et seq., certain industrial fasteners must bear an... Quality Act (PTO-1611), which provides manufacturers with a convenient way to [[Page 45541

  6. 30 CFR 285.647 - How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 285.647 Section 285.647 Mineral Resources BUREAU OF OCEAN... under the Coastal Zone Management Act? Your GAP will be processed based on how your limited lease, ROW...

  7. Dream Big: Exploring Empowering Processes of DREAM Act Advocacy in a Focal State

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Forenza, Brad; Mendonca, Carolina

    2017-01-01

    This original, qualitative research analyzed in-depth interviews with five undocumented, college-age, Latino DREAM Act advocates in a single state. An organizational empowerment framework was utilized to explore processes allied with such advocacy. Four emergent themes transcended the data inductively: (1) Challenging Social Injustice, which…

  8. Greenhouse gas emissions from transit projects : programmatic assessment.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2017-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to disclose and analyze the environmental effects of their proposed actions. The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) currently believes that assessing the effects of greenhouse g...

  9. 76 FR 59768 - Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST); Notice of Availability and Request for Comment...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-09-27

    ... with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 42 United States Code 4321-4347 (as amended... regular business hours at the following location: McGinley Memorial Library, 317 Main Street, McGregor, TX...

  10. Draft greenhouse gas emissions from transit projects : programmatic assessment

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2016-11-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to disclose and analyze the environmental effects of their proposed actions. The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) currently believes that assessing the effects of greenhouse g...

  11. Greenhouse gas emissions from transit projects : programmatic assessment

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2017-01-01

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to disclose and analyze the environmental effects of their proposed actions. The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) currently believes that assessing the effects of greenhouse g...

  12. 32 CFR 643.27 - Policy-Environmental considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), (42 U.S.C. 4321), (AR 200-1, chapters 1 and 2). (b) National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Pub. L. 89-665, 16 U.S.C. 470-47M, 1970), as amended by 16 U.S.C. 470h, 470i, 470l-470n, Supp. 1973). (c) Federal Water Pollution control Act of 1972, as amended. (d) Endangered Species...

  13. 32 CFR 643.27 - Policy-Environmental considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), (42 U.S.C. 4321), (AR 200-1, chapters 1 and 2). (b) National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Pub. L. 89-665, 16 U.S.C. 470-47M, 1970), as amended by 16 U.S.C. 470h, 470i, 470l-470n, Supp. 1973). (c) Federal Water Pollution control Act of 1972, as amended. (d) Endangered Species...

  14. 32 CFR 643.27 - Policy-Environmental considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), (42 U.S.C. 4321), (AR 200-1, chapters 1 and 2). (b) National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Pub. L. 89-665, 16 U.S.C. 470-47M, 1970), as amended by 16 U.S.C. 470h, 470i, 470l-470n, Supp. 1973). (c) Federal Water Pollution control Act of 1972, as amended. (d) Endangered Species...

  15. 18 CFR 380.9 - Public availability of NEPA documents and public notice of NEPA related hearings and public...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Public availability of... Conservation of Power and Water Resources FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY REVISED GENERAL RULES REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 380.9 Public availability...

  16. Environmental assessment for the A-01 outfall constructed wetlands project at the Savannah River Site

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    NONE

    1998-10-01

    The Department of Energy (DOE) prepared this environmental assessment (EA) to analyze the potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed A-01 outfall constructed wetlands project at the Savannah River site (SRS), located near aiken, South Carolina. The proposed action would include the construction and operation of an artificial wetland to treat effluent from the A-01 outfall located in A Area at SRS. The proposed action would reduce the outfall effluent concentrations in order to meet future outfall limits before these go into effect on October 1, 1999. This document was prepared in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)more » of 1969, as amended; the requirements of the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations for Implementing NEPA (40 CFR Parts 1500--1508); and the DOE Regulations for Implementing NEPA (10 CFR Part 1021).« less

  17. The importance of team functioning to natural resource planning outcomes.

    PubMed

    Stern, Marc J; Predmore, S Andrew

    2012-09-15

    In its recent history, the U.S. Forest Service is among many federal land management agencies struggling with questions concerning why its planning procedures are sometimes inefficient, perform poorly in the eyes of the public, and fail to deliver outputs that advance agency mission. By examining a representative sample of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes conducted by the agency between 2007 and 2009, we provide new insights into what drives outcomes in these planning processes. We examined team leaders' perceptions of the following outcomes: achievement of agency goals and NEPA mandates, process efficiency, public relations, and team outcomes. The most consistently important predictors of positive outcomes were team harmony and a clearly empowered team leader. Other factors, such as perceptions of the use of best science, a clear and unambiguous purpose and need, team turnover (personnel changes during the process), extra-agency engagement, and intra-agency relations, were also important, but played a less consistent role. The findings suggest the importance of empowering team leaders and team members through enhancing elements of discretion, responsibility, clear role definition, collaborative interdisciplinary deliberation, and perceived self-efficacy. The results also suggest the importance of genuine concern and respect for participating publics and effective inter-agency coordination. Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

  18. Cumulative impacts: current research and current opinions at PSW

    Treesearch

    R. M. Rice

    1987-01-01

    Consideration of cumulative watershed effects (CWEs) has both political and physical aspects. Regardless of the practical usefulness of present methods of dealing with CWEs, the legal requirement to address them remains. Management of federal land is regulated by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972. The...

  19. 12 CFR 408.1 - Background.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 12 Banks and Banking 4 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Background. 408.1 Section 408.1 Banks and Banking EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES PROCEDURES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT General § 408.1 Background. (a) The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 U.S.C...

  20. Transportation conformity particulate matter hot-spot air quality modeling.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2013-07-01

    In light of the new development in particulate matter (PM) hot-spot regulations and Illinois Department : of Transportation (IDOT)s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation requirements, : this project is intended to (1) perform and ...

  1. 76 FR 70418 - Pacific Fishery Management Council; Notice of Intent

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-11-14

    ... National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 to analyze the impacts on the human (biological, physical... time period that is as short as possible, taking into account the status and biology of the stock, the...

  2. Finding of No Significant Impact & Tiered Environmental Assessment: Public Law 84-99 Rehabilitation Program Dry Creek Flood Risk Reduction Project Hawarden, Sioux County, Iowa

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2014-11-01

    by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit (i.e., silt trapping devices) would be implemented as required to minimize...Natural Resources MBTA Migratory Bird Treaty Act NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System NWI...disturbance, bank disturbance, and riparian vegetation. This condition does not further restrict otherwise authorized drainage ditch maintenance activities

  3. American Indian Religious Freedom Act: guidance for compliance by federal agencies

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Sharples, F.E.; Salk, M.S.

    The American Indian Religious Freedom Act of 1978 (AIRFA) requires federal agencies to ensure that none of their actions interfere with the inherent right of individual Native Americans (including American Indians, Eskimos, Aleuts, and Native Hawaiians) to believe, express, and exercise their traditional religions. These rights include access to religious sites, use and possession of sacred objects, and the freedom to worship through traditional ceremonials and rites. Since regulations have not been developed to implement the law, many federal agencies have integrated consultation under AIRFA with the existing environmental assessment process required for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Actmore » of 1969 (NEPA). Background information on Native American religions, the relationship of AIRFA to the First Amendment, and resources belonging to Native Americans is provided in this document to assist project managers in understanding the concerns of Native Americans with regard to federal developments. Since many native religious leaders are unwilling to discuss their religion with outsiders, consultation through intermediaries, such as tribal political leaders and/or private Indian organizations, may often be needed to ensure that appropriate input is received from the religious leaders. It is this consultation with the traditional religious leaders, either directly or through surrogates, that is the ultimate objective in complying with AIRFA. When a federal agency finds, upon consultation, that its proposed action would deny the free exercise of religion and yet determines that there is a compelling need for the action, the decision to proceed may be made, but appropriate mitigation measures to reduce religious interference to the lowest possible level must be included. 28 refs.« less

  4. Environmental impacts of dispersed development from federal infrastructure projects.

    PubMed

    Southerland, Mark T

    2004-06-01

    Dispersed development, also referred to as urban growth or sprawl, is a pattern of low-density development spread over previously rural landscapes. Such growth can result in adverse impacts to air quality, water quality, human health, aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, agricultural land, military training areas, water supply and wastewater treatment, recreational resources, viewscapes, and cultural resources. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) is charged with protecting public health and the environment, which includes consideration of impacts from dispersed development. Specifically, because federal infrastructure projects can affect the progress of dispersed development, the secondary impacts resulting from it must be assessed in documents prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has oversight for NEPA and Section 309 of the Clean Air Act requires that U.S. EPA review and comment on federal agency NEPA documents. The adverse effects of dispersed development can be induced by federal infrastructure projects including transportation, built infrastructure, modifications in natural infrastructure, public land conversion and redevelopment of properties, construction of federal facilities, and large traffic or major growth generation developments requiring federal permits. This paper presents an approach that U.S. EPA reviewers and NEPA practitioners can use to provide accurate, realistic, and consistent analysis of secondary impacts of dispersed development resulting from federal infrastructure projects. It also presents 24 measures that can be used to mitigate adverse impacts from dispersed development by modifying project location and design, participating in preservation or restoration activities, or informing and supporting local communities in planning.

  5. Policies and procedures for considering environmental impacts

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2006-03-20

    This order updates the FAA agency-wide policies and procedures for compliance with the : National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and implementing regulations issued by the Council : on Environmental Quality (40 CFR parts 1500-1508). The provisions o...

  6. 75 FR 29361 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Competitive Geothermal...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-05-25

    ...In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (FLPMA), as amended, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Gunnison Field Office, Gunnison, Colorado intends to prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) to consider whether, and under what conditions, to issue geothermal leases under pending nominations, which may include an amendment to the Gunnison Resource Area Approved Resource Management Plan (RMP) of February 1993, as amended by the RMP Amendments for Geothermal Leasing in the Western United States (2008). While the area nominated for geothermal leasing is allocated as open to consideration for geothermal leasing under the amended Plan, and the proposed level of development contemplated in the amended Plan will not be exceeded by issuance of the proposed leases, the Reasonably Foreseeable Development scenario for the resource area has been refined and updated since that time, and additional stipulations to protect other resources and uses may be developed through this process and adopted into the Plan. The BLM proposes to amend the existing Gunnison Resource Area RMP using the NEPA analysis to support its decision. Review of the RMP is necessary due to recently updated information regarding the presence of Gunnison sage-grouse and Canada lynx habitat that was not analyzed in the existing RMP. The BLM, by this notice, is announcing the beginning of the scoping process to solicit public comments and identify issues.

  7. Application of Habitat Equivalency Analysis to USACE Projects

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2009-04-01

    reef, open - water bay bottoms, and water column habitats. Of the four case studies, Craney Island is the only one where the logic behind the choice of...Act (NEPA) of 1969, the Federal Water Pollution Act (Clean Water Act) of 1972, and the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1986, as well as...mitigation. These habitats support a diverse assemblage of sponges, algae , and soft and hard corals, provide habitat for larval fish, and are considered

  8. Perceptions of the Invention Disclosure Process at a Federal Laboratory after the America Invents Act of 2011

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Rice-Moore, Sharla V.

    The America Invents Act of 2011 reformed the patent process in the United States. This study focused on the effect of one provision which allows the first inventor to file the application of patent to become the owner of the intellectual property. Prior to this, the Patent and Trademark Act of 1980 allowed small businesses, universities, and non-profit institutions to pursue ownership of intellectual property developed from federally funded research. The new regulations could influence government employees' disclosure of invention and new technology. There is limited research on the disclosure of technology process for government employees. This study examined 1,389 invention disclosure forms from March 2009 to March 2015 during three phases of the law: before it was signed, before the implementation of the first inventor to file provision in 2013, and after full enactment. The reported State of Development showed significant changes prior to implementation for large companies. The findings reveal disclosures were filed at an earlier stage of development, but no change was noted in the significance of the technology. A survey was also distributed using the framework of Organizational Justice theory. The results showed the disclosure reporting process was fair and unbiased. The research supports the efforts of management to keep employees informed about the disclosure process and the importance of technology transfer of government developed innovation. Key words: America Invents Act, Organizational Justice, patent process.

  9. US 30 proposed expansion Benton County, Iowa NHS-030-6(87)--19-06 : environmental assessment and section 4(f) de minimis impact finding.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2012-06-11

    This Environmental Assessment (EA) has been prepared in compliance with the requirements : of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). This EA informs the public and : interested agencies of the proposed action and alternatives to the pr...

  10. CAED Document Repository

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    Compliance Assurance and Enforcement Division Document Repository (CAEDDOCRESP) provides internal and external access of Inspection Records, Enforcement Actions, and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) documents to all CAED staff. The respository will also include supporting documents, images, etc.

  11. 75 FR 8997 - National Environmental Policy Act; Wallops Flight Facility Shoreline Restoration and...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-26

    ..., (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations for Implementing the...) (3.2 million cubic yards [MCY]) of sand along the shoreline. Alternative Two would include the same seawall extension as Alternative One; however the sand placed along the shoreline would be less, at...

  12. 75 FR 66774 - National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Procedures

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-10-29

    ... to rehabilitate the indigenous Hawaiian population by providing them with access to farm and homestead land. Under section 204(3) of the HHCA, ch. 42, 42 Stat. 110 (1921), all available lands were to become Hawaiian home lands under control of the Commission, provided that ``such lands should assume the...

  13. 76 FR 20715 - National Environmental Policy Act; Sounding Rockets Program; Poker Flat Research Range

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-04-13

    ...), and NASA's NEPA policy and procedures (14 CFR part 1216, subpart 1216.3), NASA intends to prepare an... to apprise interested agencies, organizations, tribal governments, and individuals of NASA's intent... significant environmental issues to be evaluated in the EIS. In cooperation with BLM, UAF, and USFWS, NASA...

  14. 76 FR 72218 - National Environmental Policy Act; NASA Routine Payloads on Expendable Launch Vehicles

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-11-22

    ...; NASA Routine Payloads on Expendable Launch Vehicles AGENCY: National Aeronautics and Space... (CEQ) Regulations for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA (40 CFR parts 1500-1508), and NASA policy and procedures (14 CFR part 1216 subpart 1216.3), NASA has made a Finding of No Significant Impact...

  15. The Effects of Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning on Secondary Student ACT Science Scores

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Judd, William Lindsey

    The purpose of this study was to examine any significant difference on secondary school chemistry students' ACT Science Test scores between students taught by the Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) method versus students taught by traditional, teacher-centered pedagogy. This study also examined any difference between students taught by the POGIL method versus students taught by traditional, teacher-centered pedagogy in regard to the three different types of questions on the ACT Science Test: data representation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpoints. The sample consisted of sophomore-level students at two private, suburban Christian schools. A pretest-posttest design was used to compare the mean difference in scores from ACT issued sample test booklets before and after each group had received instruction via the POGIL method or more traditional methods. This study found that there was no significant difference in the mean difference of test scores between the two groups. This study also found that there was not a significant difference in the mean difference of scores in regard to the three different types of questions on the ACT Science Test. Further implications of this study are discussed.

  16. Alternatives Analysis for the Resumption of Transient Testing Program

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Lee Nelson

    2013-11-01

    An alternatives analysis was performed for resumption of transient testing. The analysis considered eleven alternatives – including both US international facilities. A screening process was used to identify two viable alternatives from the original eleven. In addition, the alternatives analysis includes a no action alternative as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The alternatives considered in this analysis included: 1. Restart the Transient Reactor Test Facility (TREAT) 2. Modify the Annular Core Research Reactor (ACRR) which includes construction of a new hot cell and installation of a new hodoscope. 3. No Action

  17. 40 CFR 6.210 - Emergency circumstances.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 6.210 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.210 Emergency circumstances. If emergency circumstances...

  18. Professional Training for TRADOC Environmental and Natural Resource Professionals. Volume 1. A Feasibility Study and Concept Plan for a University Without Walls

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1991-05-01

    Overview of Environmental Laws and Regulations 24 NEPA Process and Environmental Audit and Assessment 27 Air Emissions 27 Hazardous Materials...25 5 Overview of Environmental Laws and Regulations Training-U.S. Army Context Training 26 6 NEPA Review Process and Environmental Audit and...and environmental audit /assessment 4. Air emissions 5. Hazardous materials and waste management a. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) b. Petroleum, oil

  19. Environmental Assessment: Demolish 934 of Grand Forks Air Force Base

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2006-03-01

    adverse human health or environmental effects of their programs, policies , and activities on minority and low-income populations. There is no minority...AF Form 813 fulfill the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations...Designation: Final Environmental Assessment (EA) Abstract: This EA has been prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, and

  20. 76 FR 61120 - Notice of Intent To Prepare a Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Proposed Network...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-10-03

    ... POSTAL SERVICE Notice of Intent To Prepare a Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Proposed... of intent to prepare a Programmatic Environmental Assessment; Notice of Public Scoping Period. SUMMARY: To comply with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Postal...

  1. 76 FR 29217 - Notice of Availability of the Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-05-20

    ... Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the Mechanical and Artificial Creation and... Statement (FPEIS) for the Mechanical and Artificial Creation and Maintenance of Emergent Sandbar Habitat on... provide National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) coverage for the mechanical and artificial construction...

  2. 78 FR 54906 - Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement for a Proposed...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-09-06

    ...-FF08ECAR00] Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement for a Proposed... Conservation Commission (CVCC), has prepared a joint draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement (draft Supplemental EIR/EIS) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA...

  3. 40 CFR 1.37 - Office of External Affairs.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related laws, directives, and Executive policies concerning special environmental areas and cultural resources; (3) Compliance with Executive policy on American Indian affairs and the development of programs for environmental protection on Indian...

  4. 14 CFR 1216.309 - Public involvement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ....309 Aeronautics and Space NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Agency Procedures § 1216.309 Public involvement. (a) Interested persons can get information on NASA environmental impact statements and other...

  5. 76 FR 14443 - High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail (HSIPR) Program

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-03-16

    ... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, final design (FD), and construction. For the purpose of this... designing, engineering, location surveying, mapping, environmental studies, and acquiring rights-of-way..., final design, and construction activities are eligible to receive funding. For applications for Service...

  6. 75 FR 66800 - National Environmental Policy Act; Wallops Flight Facility Shoreline Restoration and...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-10-29

    ..., (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations for Implementing the... extension as Alternative One; however the sand placed along the shoreline would be less at approximately 2.2... shoreline at the south end of the project site to limit the volume of nearshore sand being transported from...

  7. Assessment of MSFCs Process for the Development and Activation of Space Act Agreement

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Daugherty, Rachel

    2014-01-01

    Space Act Agreements (SAAs) are contractual agreements that NASA utilizes to form partnerships with researchers, industry, and academia to stimulate cutting-edge innovation within the science and technology communities. center dot This study assessed the current SAA development and activation process at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) to determine if improvements could be implemented to increase productivity, decrease time to activation, and improve the quality of deliverables.

  8. 32 CFR 989.26 - Classified actions (40 CFR 1507.3(c)).

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... relieve the requirement of complying with NEPA. In classified matters, the Air Force must prepare and make available normal NEPA environmental analysis documents to aid in the decision-making process; however, Air... Section 989.26 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE...

  9. 77 FR 44267 - Notice of Availability of the Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Solar Energy...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-07-27

    ... Final EIS NOA and use them to inform the Records of Decision. Those individuals wishing to submit... general information regarding the DOE NEPA process, contact Carol Borgstrom, Director, Office of NEPA... development. Through the Final Programmatic EIS, the BLM is considering replacing elements of its existing...

  10. A social-ecological impact assessment for public land management: application of a conceptual and methodological framework

    USDA-ARS?s Scientific Manuscript database

    According to the U.S. National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), federal action to manipulate habitat for species conservation requires an environmental impact statement (EIS), which should integrate natural and social sciences in planning and decision-making. Nonetheless, most impact assessm...

  11. 40 CFR 6.209 - Filing requirements for EPA EISs.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Section 6.209 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.209 Filing requirements for EPA EISs. (a) The...

  12. 40 CFR 6.300 - Applicability.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS Requirements for Environmental Information Documents and Third-Party Agreements for EPA Actions Subject to NEPA § 6.300...

  13. Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for the Selection of a Near Road Ambient Air Monitoring Site for the Measurement of Mobile Source Air Toxics

    EPA Science Inventory

    The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) was involved in a legal action concerning the U.S. 95 Widening Project in Las Vegas, Nevada. In that action, the Sierra Club challenged FHWA's and the Nevada Department of Transportation's (DOT) National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) en...

  14. 50 CFR 530.4 - Environmental information.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 50 Wildlife and Fisheries 11 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Environmental information. 530.4 Section... POLICY ACT § 530.4 Environmental information. Interested persons may contact the Office of the General Counsel for information regarding the Commission's compliance with NEPA. ...

  15. 40 CFR 6.203 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ....203 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.203 Public participation. (a) General requirements. (1) The procedures in...

  16. 40 CFR 6.203 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ....203 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.203 Public participation. (a) General requirements. (1) The procedures in...

  17. 40 CFR 6.203 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ....203 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.203 Public participation. (a) General requirements. (1) The procedures in...

  18. 40 CFR 6.203 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ....203 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.203 Public participation. (a) General requirements. (1) The procedures in...

  19. 40 CFR 6.203 - Public participation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ....203 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.203 Public participation. (a) General requirements. (1) The procedures in...

  20. 75 FR 7515 - Environmental Documents Prepared for Proposed Mineral Exploration on the Alaska Outer Continental...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-19

    ...), Interior. ACTION: Notice of the availability of Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant... that implement the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), announces the availability of two... 2010 open-water period. Shell's proposal includes suspending all operations and removal of the drill...

  1. 36 CFR 220.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... environmental impact statement (EIS) or environmental assessment (EA). Decision notice. A concise written record... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) COMPLIANCE § 220.3 Definitions. The following definitions supplement, by adding... about natural resource systems is sometimes uncertain. Decision document. A record of decision, decision...

  2. 75 FR 16828 - Notice of Intent To Prepare and Scope an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Outer...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-04-02

    ... DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Minerals Management Service Notice of Intent To Prepare and Scope an...-2017 AGENCY: Minerals Management Service, Interior. ACTION: Notice of intent and request for comments. SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Minerals Management Service (MMS...

  3. 30 CFR 585.647 - How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 585.647 Section 585.647 Mineral Resources BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ALTERNATE USES OF EXISTING... Management Act? Your GAP will be processed based on how your limited lease, ROW grant, or RUE grant was...

  4. 30 CFR 585.647 - How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 585.647 Section 585.647 Mineral Resources BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ALTERNATE USES OF EXISTING... Management Act? Your GAP will be processed based on how your limited lease, ROW grant, or RUE grant was...

  5. Hanford Site Raptor Nest Monitoring Report for Calendar Year 2013

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Nugent, John J.; Lindsey, Cole T.; Wilde, Justin W.

    2014-02-13

    The U.S. Department of Energy, Richland Operations Office (DOE-RL) conducts ecological monitoring on the Hanford Site to collect and track data needed to ensure compliance with an array of environmental laws, regulations, and policies governing DOE activities. Ecological monitoring data provide baseline information about the plants, animals, and habitat under DOE-RL stewardship at Hanford required for decision-making under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The Hanford Site Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP, DOE/EIS-0222-F) which is the Environmental Impact Statement for Hanford Site activities, helps ensure that DOE-RL, its contractors, and othermore » entities conducting activities on the Hanford Site are in compliance with NEPA. The Hanford Site supports a large and diverse community of raptorial birds (Fitzner et al. 1981), with 26 species of raptors observed on the Hanford Site.« less

  6. 10 CFR 1021.341 - Coordination with other environmental review requirements.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... environmental review requirements. (a) In accordance with 40 CFR 1500.4(k) and (o), 1502.25, and 1506.4, DOE shall integrate the NEPA process and coordinate NEPA compliance with other environmental review... agencies when necessary or appropriate, to ensure compliance and to avoid delays, and shall incorporate any...

  7. Geothermal Induced Seismicity National Environmental Policy Act Review

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Levine, Aaron L; Cook, Jeffrey J; Beckers, Koenraad J

    In 2016, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) contracted with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to assist the BLM in developing and building upon tools to better understand and evaluate induced seismicity caused by geothermal projects. This review of NEPA documents for four geothermal injection or EGS projects reveals the variety of approaches to analyzing and mitigating induced seismicity. With the exception of the Geysers, where induced seismicity has been observed and monitored for an extended period of time due to large volumes of water being piped in to recharge the hydrothermal reservoir, induced seismicity caused by geothermalmore » projects is a relative new area of study. As this review highlights, determining the level of mitigation required for induced seismic events has varied based on project location, when the review took place, whether the project utilized the International Energy Agency or DOE IS protocols, and the federal agency conducting the review. While the NEPA reviews were relatively consistent for seismic monitoring and historical evaluation of seismic events near the project location, the requirements for public outreach and mitigation for induced seismic events once stimulation has begun varied considerably between the four projects. Not all of the projects were required to notify specific community groups or local government entities before beginning the project, and only one of the reviews specifically stated the project proponent would hold meetings with the public to answer questions or address concerns.« less

  8. Planetary protection, legal ambiguity and the decision making process for Mars sample return

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Race, M. S.

    1996-01-01

    As scientists and mission planners develop planetary protection requirements for future Mars sample return missions, they must recognize the socio-political context in which decisions about the mission will be made and pay careful attention to public concerns about potential back contamination of Earth. To the extent that planetary protection questions are unresolved or unaddressed at the time of an actual mission, they offer convenient footholds for public challenges in both legal and decision making realms, over which NASA will have little direct control. In this paper, two particular non-scientific areas of special concern are discussed in detail: 1) legal issues and 2) the decision making process. Understanding these areas is critical for addressing legitimate public concerns as well as for fulfilling procedural requirements regardless whether sample return evokes public controversy. Legal issues with the potential to complicate future missions include: procedural review under National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); uncertainty about institutional control and authority; conflicting regulations and overlapping jurisdictions; questions about international treaty obligations and large scale impacts; uncertanities about the nature of the organism; and constitutional and regulatory concerns about quarantine, public health and safety. In light of these important legal issues, it is critical that NASA consider the role and timing of public involvement in the decision making process as a way of anticipating problem areas and preparing for legitimate public questions and challenges to sample return missions.

  9. 40 CFR 6.208 - Records of decision.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ....208 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.208 Records of decision. (a) The Responsible Official may not make any...

  10. 14 CFR Appendix A to Subpart 1216... - Acronyms and Definitions

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Subpart 1216.3 Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA... Definitions CatExCategorical Exclusion CEQCouncil on Environmental Quality CFRCode of Federal Regulations... indigenous life form would be contained so that it could not impact humans or Earth's environment. 6. Space...

  11. 78 FR 25954 - Endangered and Threatened Species; Take of Anadromous Fish

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-05-03

    ... Act (NEPA) by the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for its funding of the Snake River sockeye salmon hatchery program, including modifications to the Springfield Hatchery. Because the BPA action is... submitted HGMP and the Springfield Sockeye Hatchery Master Plan, NMFS proposes to adopt the BPA...

  12. 36 CFR 220.5 - Environmental impact statement and record of decision.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Environmental impact..., DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) COMPLIANCE § 220.5 Environmental impact statement and record of decision. (a) Classes of actions normally requiring environmental impact statements...

  13. 78 FR 25446 - Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the San Ysidro Land...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-05-01

    ... National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations (40 CFR... resulting from proposed modifications and design changes to the San Ysidro LPOE Improvements Project. The... inspection facilities, a pedestrian bridge, and a new southbound pedestrian crossing facility on the east...

  14. 75 FR 9014 - Notice of Availability of a Draft Environmental Assessment for a Proposed Airport Traffic Control...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-26

    ... with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and FAA Order 1050.1E, Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures. The DEA analyzes the potential environmental impacts that may... the following libraries: Kalamazoo Public Library, Washington Square Branch, 1244 Portage Street...

  15. 75 FR 30014 - Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy; Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-05-28

    ... submittals for consistency with the requirements of Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Cost Principles... classes (Basic Financial Assistance and Cost Principles--see the Acquisition Career Management Program... not provided from the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) or the Office of Management and Budget...

  16. 32 CFR 775.6 - Planning considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... it has been determined, through NEPA analysis where the DON was a lead or cooperating agency, that... National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY MISCELLANEOUS RULES PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 775.6 Planning considerations. (a) An EIS...

  17. 32 CFR 775.6 - Planning considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... it has been determined, through NEPA analysis where the DON was a lead or cooperating agency, that... National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY MISCELLANEOUS RULES PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 775.6 Planning considerations. (a) An EIS...

  18. 32 CFR 775.6 - Planning considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... it has been determined, through NEPA analysis where the DON was a lead or cooperating agency, that... National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY MISCELLANEOUS RULES PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 775.6 Planning considerations. (a) An EIS...

  19. 18 CFR 707.7 - Ensuring that environmental documents are actually considered in agency decisionmaking.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Ensuring that... Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.7 Ensuring that environmental documents are...

  20. 18 CFR 707.11 - Environmental information.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Environmental information. 707.11 Section 707.11 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures...

  1. 18 CFR 707.11 - Environmental information.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Environmental information. 707.11 Section 707.11 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures...

  2. 18 CFR 707.11 - Environmental information.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Environmental information. 707.11 Section 707.11 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures...

  3. 18 CFR 707.7 - Ensuring that environmental documents are actually considered in agency decisionmaking.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Ensuring that... Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.7 Ensuring that environmental documents are...

  4. 18 CFR 707.11 - Environmental information.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Environmental information. 707.11 Section 707.11 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures...

  5. 18 CFR 707.7 - Ensuring that environmental documents are actually considered in agency decisionmaking.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Ensuring that... Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.7 Ensuring that environmental documents are...

  6. 18 CFR 707.7 - Ensuring that environmental documents are actually considered in agency decisionmaking.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Ensuring that... Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.7 Ensuring that environmental documents are...

  7. 18 CFR 707.7 - Ensuring that environmental documents are actually considered in agency decisionmaking.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Ensuring that... Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.7 Ensuring that environmental documents are...

  8. 78 FR 40496 - Notice of Availability of the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Ruby...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-07-05

    ...; MO 4500051040; TAS: 14X5017] Notice of Availability of the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact... Availability. SUMMARY: In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), and...) has prepared a Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Ruby Pipeline Project...

  9. Final Long-Term Management and Storage of Elemental Mercury Environmental Impact Statement Volume1

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Not Available

    2011-01-01

    Pursuant to the Mercury Export Ban Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-414), DOE was directed to designate a facility or facilities for the long-term management and storage of elemental mercury generated within the United States. Therefore, DOE has analyzed the storage of up to 10,000 metric tons (11,000 tons) of elemental mercury in a facility(ies) constructed and operated in accordance with the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (74 FR 31723).DOE prepared this Final Mercury Storage EIS in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 etmore » seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) implementing regulations (40 CFR 1500–1508), and DOE’s NEPA implementing procedures (10 CFR 1021) to evaluate reasonable alternatives for a facility(ies) for the long-term management and storage of elemental mercury. This Final Mercury Storage EIS analyzes the potential environmental, human health, and socioeconomic impacts of elemental mercury storage at seven candidate locations:Grand Junction Disposal Site near Grand Junction, Colorado; Hanford Site near Richland, Washington; Hawthorne Army Depot near Hawthorne, Nevada; Idaho National Laboratory near Idaho Falls, Idaho;Kansas City Plant in Kansas City, Missouri; Savannah River Site near Aiken, South Carolina; and Waste Control Specialists, LLC, site near Andrews, Texas. As required by CEQ NEPA regulations, the No Action Alternative was also analyzed as a basis for comparison. DOE intends to decide (1) where to locate the elemental mercury storage facility(ies) and (2) whether to use existing buildings, new buildings, or a combination of existing and new buildings. DOE’s Preferred Alternative for the long-term management and storage of mercury is the Waste Control Specialists, LLC, site near Andrews, Texas.« less

  10. Final Long-Term Management and Storage of Elemental Mercury Environmental Impact Statement Volume 2

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Not Available

    Pursuant to the Mercury Export Ban Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-414), DOE was directed to designate a facility or facilities for the long-term management and storage of elemental mercury generated within the United States. Therefore, DOE has analyzed the storage of up to 10,000 metric tons (11,000 tons) of elemental mercury in a facility(ies) constructed and operated in accordance with the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (74 FR 31723). DOE prepared this Final Mercury Storage EIS in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321more » et seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) implementing regulations (40 CFR 1500–1508), and DOE’s NEPA implementing procedures (10 CFR 1021) to evaluate reasonable alternatives for a facility(ies) for the long-term management and storage of elemental mercury. This Final Mercury Storage EIS analyzes the potential environmental, human health, and socioeconomic impacts of elemental mercury storage at seven candidate locations: Grand Junction Disposal Site near Grand Junction, Colorado; Hanford Site near Richland, Washington; Hawthorne Army Depot near Hawthorne, Nevada; Idaho National Laboratory near Idaho Falls, Idaho; Kansas City Plant in Kansas City, Missouri; Savannah River Site near Aiken, South Carolina; and Waste Control Specialists, LLC, site near Andrews, Texas. As required by CEQ NEPA regulations, the No Action Alternative was also analyzed as a basis for comparison. DOE intends to decide (1) where to locate the elemental mercury storage facility(ies) and (2) whether to use existing buildings, new buildings, or a combination of existing and new buildings. DOE’s Preferred Alternative for the long-term management and storage of mercury is the Waste Control Specialists, LLC, site near Andrews, Texas.« less

  11. 23 CFR 710.305 - Environmental analysis.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Environmental analysis. 710.305 Section 710.305 Highways... (NEPA) process, as described in FHWA's NEPA regulations in 23 CFR part 771, normally must be conducted... acquisition, provided conditions prescribed in 23 U.S.C. 108(c) and 23 CFR 710.501, are satisfied. ...

  12. 40 CFR 1501.8 - Time limits.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 34 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Time limits. 1501.8 Section 1501.8 Protection of Environment COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY NEPA AND AGENCY PLANNING § 1501.8 Time limits. Although the Council has decided that prescribed universal time limits for the entire NEPA process are too...

  13. 43 CFR 10010.11 - Lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Lead agencies. 10010.11 Section 10010.11... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.11 Lead agencies. (a) The Commission will serve as lead, or, as appropriate, joint-lead agency for any NEPA procedure that is sponsored by or otherwise significantly involves...

  14. 43 CFR 10010.11 - Lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Lead agencies. 10010.11 Section 10010.11... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.11 Lead agencies. (a) The Commission will serve as lead, or, as appropriate, joint-lead agency for any NEPA procedure that is sponsored by or otherwise significantly involves...

  15. 43 CFR 10010.11 - Lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Lead agencies. 10010.11 Section 10010.11... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.11 Lead agencies. (a) The Commission will serve as lead, or, as appropriate, joint-lead agency for any NEPA procedure that is sponsored by or otherwise significantly involves...

  16. 43 CFR 10010.11 - Lead agencies.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Lead agencies. 10010.11 Section 10010.11... Initiating the NEPA Process § 10010.11 Lead agencies. (a) The Commission will serve as lead, or, as appropriate, joint-lead agency for any NEPA procedure that is sponsored by or otherwise significantly involves...

  17. Notification: Preliminary Research on EPA's Decision Making Process to Release Information Under the Freedom of Information Act

    EPA Pesticide Factsheets

    July 19, 2013. The Office of Inspector General plans to begin preliminary research on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s process for deciding to release information requested under the Freedom of Information Act.

  18. 75 FR 32497 - Marine Mammals; Incidental Take During Specified Activities

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-06-08

    ... of the proposed action is contained in a Final Environmental Assessment (FEA) and Finding of No..., status, distribution, and seasonal distribution of northern sea otters is contained in the FEA, the.... National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) The applicant provided an FEA on the project. The Service finds...

  19. 14 CFR Appendix A to Subpart 1216... - Acronyms and Definitions

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Subpart 1216.3 Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA... Definitions CatEx Categorical Exclusion CEQ Council on Environmental Quality CFR Code of Federal Regulations... measures to ensure that any potential indigenous life form would be contained so that it could not impact...

  20. 36 CFR § 328.6 - Procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... the vicinity of actively used airports, air fields, or densely populated areas. News releases, public... investigation, examination, and determination, consider environmental factors in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), Pub. L. 91-190—particularly should he consider the impact that seaplane...

  1. 36 CFR 328.6 - Procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... the vicinity of actively used airports, air fields, or densely populated areas. News releases, public... investigation, examination, and determination, consider environmental factors in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), Pub. L. 91-190—particularly should he consider the impact that seaplane...

  2. 36 CFR 328.6 - Procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... the vicinity of actively used airports, air fields, or densely populated areas. News releases, public... investigation, examination, and determination, consider environmental factors in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), Pub. L. 91-190—particularly should he consider the impact that seaplane...

  3. 77 FR 7179 - Notice of Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for a Proposed Land Exchange...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-02-10

    ...] Notice of Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for a Proposed Land Exchange Between.... ACTION: Notice of intent. SUMMARY: In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA... Land Management (BLM) Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office intends to prepare a Draft Environmental...

  4. 36 CFR 328.6 - Procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... the vicinity of actively used airports, air fields, or densely populated areas. News releases, public... investigation, examination, and determination, consider environmental factors in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), Pub. L. 91-190—particularly should he consider the impact that seaplane...

  5. 36 CFR 328.6 - Procedures.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... the vicinity of actively used airports, air fields, or densely populated areas. News releases, public... investigation, examination, and determination, consider environmental factors in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), Pub. L. 91-190—particularly should he consider the impact that seaplane...

  6. 77 FR 32667 - Notice of Intent To Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Alcatraz Ferry Embarkation Site...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-06-01

    ... of Intent To Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Alcatraz Ferry Embarkation Site, Golden Gate.... ACTION: Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for Alcatraz Ferry Embarkation Site. SUMMARY: In accordance with Sec. 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, and...

  7. 40 CFR 51.850 - Prohibition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... engage in, support in any way or provide financial assistance for, license or permit, or approve any... Federal actions where either: (1) A National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis was completed as evidenced by a final environmental assessment (EA), environmental impact statement (EIS), or finding of no...

  8. 77 FR 40249 - Revision of Delegations of Authority

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    2012-07-09

    ... amends Agricultural Research Service (ARS) regulations at 7 CFR 520.4 to correct a reference to the ARS... carry out the policies and provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act within ARS... provisions of NEPA and related laws, policies, plans, programs, and projects. The ARS Deputy Administrator...

  9. 75 FR 7231 - Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-02-18

    ... and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Comments regarding (a.... Description of Respondents: Business or for-profit. Number of Respondents: 300. Frequency of Responses... potential environmental impacts of these actions. Consequently, for the agencies to comply with NEPA, it is...

  10. 78 FR 49446 - Notice of Funds Availability for the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program for Fiscal Year 2013

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-08-14

    ..., as provided in the ADDRESSES section of this Notice. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Environmental Impact... Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq., an Environmental Impact Statement is not required... 4280.310. As mentioned later in this Notice, regarding corporate Federal tax delinquencies, applicants...

  11. 78 FR 14816 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Receipt of Application for Incidental Take Permit...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-03-07

    ...; Availability of Proposed Low- Effect Habitat Conservation Plan; Volusia County Council--Engineering, Volusia... County Council--Engineering (applicant), for a 2-year incidental take permit (ITP; TE98767A-0) under the... plan qualifies as low-effect under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). To make this...

  12. 14 CFR 1216.300 - Scope.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... 14 Aeronautics and Space 5 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Scope. 1216.300 Section 1216.300 Aeronautics and Space NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) § 1216.300 Scope. This subpart sets forth NASA...

  13. 78 FR 5830 - Draft Environmental Assessment and Proposed Habitat Conservation Plan for the Interim Operations...

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    2013-01-28

    ... Operations of PacifiCorp's Klamath Hydroelectric Project on the Klamath River, Klamath County, OR, and... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the interim operations of the Klamath Hydroelectric Project in [[Page 5831... habitats upon which they depend, resulting from the interim operations of the Klamath Hydroelectric Project...

  14. 18 CFR 707.6 - Early involvement in private, State, local, and other non-Federal activities requiring Federal...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Early involvement in... Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.6 Early involvement in private...

  15. 18 CFR 707.6 - Early involvement in private, State, local, and other non-Federal activities requiring Federal...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Early involvement in... Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.6 Early involvement in private...

  16. 18 CFR 707.6 - Early involvement in private, State, local, and other non-Federal activities requiring Federal...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Early involvement in... Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.6 Early involvement in private...

  17. 18 CFR 707.6 - Early involvement in private, State, local, and other non-Federal activities requiring Federal...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Early involvement in... Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.6 Early involvement in private...

  18. 18 CFR 707.6 - Early involvement in private, State, local, and other non-Federal activities requiring Federal...

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Early involvement in... Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.6 Early involvement in private...

  19. 24 CFR 58.4 - Assumption authority.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ..., decision-making, and action that would otherwise apply to HUD under NEPA and other provisions of law that... environmental review, decision-making and action for programs authorized by the Native American Housing... separate decision regarding assumption of responsibilities for each of these Acts and communicate that...

  20. 77 FR 10475 - Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc., Notice of Intent To Hold Public Scoping...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-02-22

    ... Assessment (EA) to meet its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and RUS's... proposed Burlington-Wray 230-kilovolt (kV) Transmission Project (Proposal) consists of the following: a proposed new single-circuit 230-kV electric transmission line between the existing Burlington Substation in...

  1. 78 FR 32007 - Environmental Impact Statement for Tulsa-Oklahoma City Passenger Rail Corridor, Oklahoma, Lincoln...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-05-28

    ... Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) for the State of Oklahoma High-Speed Rail Initiative: Tulsa--Oklahoma... South Central High Speed Rail Corridor and is a federally-designated high-speed rail (HSR) corridor...-Speed Rail Initiative: Tulsa--Oklahoma City Passenger Rail Corridor Investment Plan. The proposed route...

  2. 75 FR 66078 - Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Staff Assessment for the Solar Reserve LLC Rice Solar Energy...

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    2010-10-27

    ..., BLM Project Manager, Palm Springs South Coast Field Office, Bureau of Land Management, 1201 Bird... accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended, and the Federal Land Policy... Commission (CEC), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), have prepared a Draft Environmental Impact...

  3. ACTS Experiments Program

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Schertler, R. J.

    1986-01-01

    An overview of the ACTS Experiments Program is presented. ACTS is being developed and will flight test the advanced technologies associated with: a Ka-band multibeam antenna, onboard signal processing and switching as well as laser communications. A nominal 3 yr experiments program is planned. Through the experiments program, the capabilities of the ACTS system will be made available to U.S. industry, university and government experimenters to test, prove the feasibility and evaluate the key ACTS system technologies. Communication modes of operation using the baseband processor and microwave switch matrix are presented, along with the antenna coverage pattern. Potential experiment categories are also presented and briefly discussed. An overall schedule of activities associated with the experiments program is outlined. Results of the ACTS Experiments Program will provide information vital to successful industry implementation of ACTS technology in a future operational system.

  4. Environmental Audit of the Environmental Measurements Laboratory (EML)

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Not Available

    1992-02-01

    This document contains the findings identified during the Environmental Audit of the Environmental Measurements Laboratory (EML), conducted from December 2 to 13, 1991. The Audit included the EML facility located in a fifth-floor General Services Administration (GSA) office building located in New York City, and a remote environmental monitoring station located in Chester, New Jersey. The scope of this Environmental Audit was comprehensive, covering all areas of environmental activities and waste management operations, with the exception of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which is the responsibility of the DOE Headquarters Office of NEPA Oversight. Compliance with applicable Federal, state,more » and local requirements; applicable DOE Orders; and internal facility requirements was addressed.« less

  5. A Technology Solution Strengthens Comprehensive Environmental Management

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2012-05-23

    General Navigation  Chemical Approval Example  NEPA Coordination Example  Safety PPE Example  Summary Marine Corps Support Facility...coordination, completion and documentation through automated workflows of various business processes  Chemical Approval  NEPA Coordination  Safety ...Completion Diagram Government Employee/M CMC MCMC Chemical Manager MCMC HS&E Specialist IMO Chemical Safety Specialist IMO Chemical Environmental

  6. 77 FR 66865 - Record of Decision for the Oil and Gas Management Plan, Big South Fork National River and...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-11-07

    ... availability. SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C... Scenic River. On September 5, 2012, the Southeast Regional Director, approved the ROD for the plan. The... operators about current legal and policy requirements; increased inspections and monitoring to identify...

  7. 40 CFR 6.209 - Filing requirements for EPA EISs.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 1 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Filing requirements for EPA EISs. 6.209... IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures § 6.209 Filing requirements for EPA EISs. (a) The...

  8. 77 FR 52674 - Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Groundfish Fisheries in the Bering Sea and...

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    2012-08-30

    ... Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). The proposed action would restrict groundfish fishing in the BSAI to... modification or destruction of designated critical habitat (JAM) for the western distinct population segment (DPS) of Steller sea lions. The western DPS of Steller sea lions is listed as endangered under the...

  9. 77 FR 71404 - Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Flood Risk Management Study...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-11-30

    ... Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 as implemented by the Council on Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR... specifically, this document will discuss measures to improve flood risk management, navigation, water quality.... The overall goal of the study is to reduce flood risk by saving lives and minimizing property damage...

  10. 75 FR 66750 - Albany-Eugene Transmission Line Rebuild Project

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-10-29

    ... Project AGENCY: Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Department of Energy (DOE). ACTION: Notice of... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), BPA intends to prepare an EIS on its proposed rebuild of a 32- mile section of... deteriorated condition of this 70-year old line compromises BPA's ability to maintain reliable electric service...

  11. 7 CFR 1710.117 - Environmental considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 11 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Environmental considerations. 1710.117 Section 1710... GUARANTEES Loan Purposes and Basic Policies § 1710.117 Environmental considerations. Borrowers are required... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); the Council on Environmental Quality...

  12. 76 FR 51391 - Commercial Wind Lease Issuance and Site Characterization Activities on the Atlantic Outer...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-08-18

    ... Environmental Assessment. SUMMARY: This notice is being published as an initial step for the purpose of... areas, in accordance with the DOI and the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations implementing the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321...

  13. 78 FR 32274 - Scorpion Pier Replacement Project, Channel Islands National Park, Santa Barbara County, California

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-05-29

    ...: National Park Service, Interior. ACTION: Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement. SUMMARY: Pursuant to Sec. 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and pursuant to the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations (40 CFR part 1500-08), the National Park Service...

  14. 7 CFR 1710.117 - Environmental considerations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 11 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Environmental considerations. 1710.117 Section 1710... GUARANTEES Loan Purposes and Basic Policies § 1710.117 Environmental considerations. Borrowers are required... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); the Council on Environmental Quality...

  15. 77 FR 42505 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Long Canyon Mine...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-07-19

    ... DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLNVE03000 L51100000.GN0000. LVEMF1201550... Statement for the Proposed Long Canyon Mine Project, Elko County, NV AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management... 1969 (NEPA), as amended, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976, as amended...

  16. 77 FR 31856 - Record of Decision for the Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Consolidation at St...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-05-30

    ... thereby implement the Preferred Alternative for the FEMA facility, improvements to MLK Avenue and... Alternative that includes implementation of improvements to I-295, it is a public facility under FHWA's and... Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. 4321-4347, the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations...

  17. 77 FR 38882 - Notice of Availability of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement, for the Chicago, IL to St...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-06-29

    ... INFORMATION CONTACT: Andrea E. Martin, Environmental Protection Specialist, Office of Railroad Policy and... Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ... viewing at the following locations along the Corridor: Hayner Library, 326 Belle Street, Alton, IL 62002...

  18. 14 CFR 1216.303 - Responsibilities of NASA officials.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 14 Aeronautics and Space 5 2011-01-01 2010-01-01 true Responsibilities of NASA officials. 1216.303... Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) § 1216.303 Responsibilities of NASA... procedures of this subpart and for ensuring that environmental factors are properly considered in all NASA...

  19. 25 CFR 292.18 - What information must an application contain on detrimental impacts to the surrounding community?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false What information must an application contain on detrimental impacts to the surrounding community? 292.18 Section 292.18 Indians BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS... information required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); (b) Anticipated impacts on the social...

  20. 40 CFR 93.150 - Prohibition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... or instrumentality of the Federal Government shall engage in, support in any way or provide financial... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis was completed as evidenced by a final environmental assessment (EA... January 31, 1994; or (2)(i) Prior to January 31, 1994, an environmental analysis was commenced or a...

  1. 18 CFR 707.10 - Scoping.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Scoping. 707.10 Section 707.10 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.10 Scoping. Scoping will...

  2. 18 CFR 707.9 - Tiering.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Tiering. 707.9 Section 707.9 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.9 Tiering. In accordance...

  3. 18 CFR 707.10 - Scoping.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Scoping. 707.10 Section 707.10 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.10 Scoping. Scoping will...

  4. 18 CFR 707.9 - Tiering.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Tiering. 707.9 Section 707.9 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.9 Tiering. In accordance...

  5. 18 CFR 707.10 - Scoping.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Scoping. 707.10 Section 707.10 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.10 Scoping. Scoping will...

  6. 18 CFR 707.9 - Tiering.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Tiering. 707.9 Section 707.9 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.9 Tiering. In accordance...

  7. 18 CFR 707.9 - Tiering.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Tiering. 707.9 Section 707.9 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.9 Tiering. In accordance...

  8. 18 CFR 707.9 - Tiering.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Tiering. 707.9 Section 707.9 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.9 Tiering. In accordance...

  9. 18 CFR 707.10 - Scoping.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Scoping. 707.10 Section 707.10 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.10 Scoping. Scoping will...

  10. 18 CFR 707.10 - Scoping.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Scoping. 707.10 Section 707.10 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) Water Resources Council Implementing Procedures § 707.10 Scoping. Scoping will...

  11. 75 FR 69397 - Minnkota Power Cooperative, Inc.: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment

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    2010-11-12

    ... Environmental Assessment (EA) to meet its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA...: To obtain copies of the EA or for further information, contact: Mr. Dennis Rankin, Environmental...-1571, fax: (202) 690-0649, or e-mail: [email protected] . A copy of the EA will be available...

  12. 77 FR 41168 - Endangered and Threatened Species; Take of Anadromous Fish

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    2012-07-12

    ... Assessment (EA) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of the potential effects of two direct... EA for public review, comment, and submission of written data, views, arguments or other relevant.... Lloyd Boulevard, Suite 1100, Portland, OR 97232. Comments may also be submitted by email to: SnakeFallEA...

  13. 75 FR 3915 - Environmental Documents Prepared in Support of Sand and Gravel Activities on the Outer...

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    2010-01-25

    ... of Sand and Gravel Activities on the Outer Continental Shelf AGENCY: Minerals Management Service... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Council on Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR parts 1500-1508), and... Impact (FONSI) prepared and/or adopted by the MMS for three sand and gravel activities proposed on the...

  14. 75 FR 54384 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Gas Hills Uranium Project...

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    2010-09-07

    ..., the reader is referred to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Generic EIS of In-Situ Leach Uranium.... SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended, (NEPA) and in response to... to solicit public comments regarding issues and resource information for the proposed Gas Hills in...

  15. 78 FR 66660 - Potential Changes to Interlocutory Appeals Process for Adjudicatory Decisions

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    2013-11-06

    ... issuance of a final Environmental Impact Statement (or other NEPA document) or, alternatively, b) after a... NRC received a single response during the public comment period, from the Nuclear Energy Institute...

  16. 32 CFR 651.35 - Decision process.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... as soon as possible. (b) The FNSI is a document (40 CFR 1508.13) that briefly states why an action... be prepared. It summarizes the EA, noting any NEPA documents that are related to, but are not part of... two typewritten pages in length. (e) The draft FNSI will be made available to the public prior to...

  17. The U.S. Forest Service's analysis of cumulative effects to wildlife: A study of legal standards, current practice, and ongoing challenges on a National Forest

    DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Schultz, Courtney A., E-mail: courtney.schultz@colostate.edu

    Cumulative effects analysis (CEA) allows natural resource managers to understand the status of resources in historical context, learn from past management actions, and adapt future activities accordingly. U.S. federal agencies are required to complete CEA as part of environmental impact assessment under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Past research on CEA as part of NEPA has identified significant deficiencies in CEA practice, suggested methodologies for handling difficult aspects of CEA, and analyzed the rise in litigation over CEA in U.S. courts. This article provides a review of the literature and legal standards related to CEA as it is donemore » under NEPA and then examines current practice on a U.S. National Forest, utilizing qualitative methods in order to provide a detailed understanding of current approaches to CEA. Research objectives were to understand current practice, investigate ongoing challenges, and identify impediments to improvement. Methods included a systematic review of a set of NEPA documents and semi-structured interviews with practitioners, scientists, and members of the public. Findings indicate that the primary challenges associated with CEA include: issues of both geographic and temporal scale of analysis, confusion over the purpose of the requirement, the lack of monitoring data, and problems coordinating and disseminating data. Improved monitoring strategies and programmatic analyses could support improved CEA practice.« less

  18. 30 CFR 250.269 - How will MMS evaluate the environmental impacts of the DPP or DOCD?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... How will MMS evaluate the environmental impacts of the DPP or DOCD? The Regional Supervisor will... environmental documentation under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C.4321 et seq.) and the... preparation of an EIS is required, the Regional Supervisor may require lessees and operators of leases or...

  19. Fuels planning: science synthesis and integration; fact sheet: The Fuels Synthesis Project overview

    Treesearch

    Rocky Mountain Research Station USDA Forest Service

    2004-01-01

    The geographic focus of the "Fuels Planning: Science Synthesis and Integration" project #known as the Fuels Synthesis Project# is on the dry forests of the Western United States. Target audiences include fuels management specialists, resource specialists, National Environmental Policy Act #NEPA# planning team leaders, line officers in the USDA Forest Service...

  20. 10 CFR 1021.101 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 10 Energy 4 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Policy. 1021.101 Section 1021.101 Energy DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (GENERAL PROVISIONS) NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT IMPLEMENTING PROCEDURES General § 1021.101 Policy. It is DOE's policy to follow the letter and spirit of NEPA; comply fully with the CEQ Regulations...

  1. 75 FR 35079 - Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Arturo Mine...

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    2010-06-21

    ... DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLNVE00000 L51100000.GN0000 LVEMF1000580... Statement for the Proposed Arturo Mine Project, Elko County, NV AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Interior... amended, (NEPA) and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, as amended, the Bureau of Land...

  2. 32 CFR 775.3 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 5 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Policy. 775.3 Section 775.3 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY MISCELLANEOUS RULES PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT § 775.3 Policy. (a) It is the DON policy regarding NEPA, consistent with...

  3. 10 CFR 1021.101 - Policy.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 10 Energy 4 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Policy. 1021.101 Section 1021.101 Energy DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (GENERAL PROVISIONS) NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT IMPLEMENTING PROCEDURES General § 1021.101 Policy. It is DOE's policy to follow the letter and spirit of NEPA; comply fully with the CEQ Regulations...

  4. 78 FR 23629 - Office of Commercial Space Transportation; Notice of Availability and Request for Comment on the...

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    2013-04-19

    ... with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA; 42 United States Code [U.S.C... Public Library Main Branch, 2600 Central Blvd. Southmost Branch Library, 4320 Southmost Blvd. University of Texas at Brownsville, Oliveira Library, 80 Fort Brown St. The FAA will hold a public hearing to...

  5. 75 FR 81591 - Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Entry Control...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2010-12-28

    .... SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended (42 United States... proposed action is to improve security, safety, and traffic flow into and on the military base. An EIS must... concerns related to the ECPs and existing roadway network where State Route 444 separates the Kittyhawk...

  6. FCC and the Sunshine Act.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Weiss, Kenneth

    The Sunshine Act, designed to encourage open meetings to increase public understanding of the governmental decision-making process, went into effect in March 1977. A total of 50 agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), are subject to the provisions of the Sunshine Act. The act lists 10 exemptions, any of which can result in…

  7. 30 CFR 285.647 - How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 285.647 Section 285.647 Mineral Resources MINERALS... Activities Plan § 285.647 How will my GAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone...

  8. 30 CFR 285.612 - How will my SAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false How will my SAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management Act? 285.612 Section 285.612 Mineral Resources MINERALS... Plan § 285.612 How will my SAP be processed for Federal consistency under the Coastal Zone Management...

  9. 42 CFR 137.290 - What additional provisions of law are related to NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ...) Archeological Resources Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 470aa]; (3) Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401]; (4) Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251]; (5) Coastal Barrier Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. 4028 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 3501]; (6) Coastal Barrier Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3501]; (7) Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451]; (8...

  10. 42 CFR 137.290 - What additional provisions of law are related to NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ...) Archeological Resources Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 470aa]; (3) Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401]; (4) Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251]; (5) Coastal Barrier Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. 4028 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 3501]; (6) Coastal Barrier Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3501]; (7) Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451]; (8...

  11. 42 CFR 137.290 - What additional provisions of law are related to NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ...) Archeological Resources Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 470aa]; (3) Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401]; (4) Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251]; (5) Coastal Barrier Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. 4028 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 3501]; (6) Coastal Barrier Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3501]; (7) Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451]; (8...

  12. 42 CFR 137.290 - What additional provisions of law are related to NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ...) Archeological Resources Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 470aa]; (3) Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401]; (4) Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251]; (5) Coastal Barrier Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. 4028 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 3501]; (6) Coastal Barrier Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3501]; (7) Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451]; (8...

  13. 42 CFR 137.290 - What additional provisions of law are related to NEPA and NHPA?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ...) Archeological Resources Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 470aa]; (3) Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401]; (4) Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251]; (5) Coastal Barrier Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. 4028 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 3501]; (6) Coastal Barrier Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3501]; (7) Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451]; (8...

  14. 30 CFR 250.269 - How will MMS evaluate the environmental impacts of the DPP or DOCD?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... impacts of the DPP or DOCD? The Regional Supervisor will evaluate the environmental impacts of the... Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C.4321 et seq.) and the implementing regulations (40 CFR parts 1500... required, the Regional Supervisor may require lessees and operators of leases or units in the vicinity of...

  15. 24 CFR 55.10 - Environmental review procedures under 24 CFR parts 50 and 58.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ..., Department of Housing and Urban Development FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF WETLANDS Application of Executive Orders on Floodplain Management and Protection of Wetlands § 55.10 Environmental review procedures... Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), and 24 CFR part 50 or part 58, compliance with...

  16. 78 FR 39009 - Notice of Intent To Amend the Management Plan for the Craters of the Moon National Monument and...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-06-28

    ... DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Land Management [LLIDT03100.L17110000.DO0000.241A.00] Notice..., Interior. ACTION: Notice of Intent. SUMMARY: In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of... Secretary of the Interior and the BLM violated NEPA and FLPMA when the BLM issued Records of Decision on 16...

  17. 75 FR 54626 - Agency Information Collection Activities OMB Responses

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    2010-09-08

    ... 2243.06; Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Assessing the... Internal Combustion Engines; 40 CFR part 63, subparts A and ZZZZ; was approved on 08/23/2010; OMB Number..., Collections Strategies Division. [FR Doc. 2010-22326 Filed 9-7-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ...

  18. 77 FR 71419 - Environmental Impacts Statements; Notice of Availability

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-11-30

    ....epa.gov/compliance/nepa/ . Weekly receipt of Environmental Impact Statements Filed 11/19/2012 Through 11/23/2012 Pursuant to 40 CFR 1506.9. Notice Section 309(a) of the Clean Air Act requires that EPA make public its comments on EISs issued by other Federal agencies. EPA's comment letters on EISs are...

  19. 78 FR 41927 - Environmental Impacts Statements; Notice of Availability

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-07-12

    ....epa.gov/compliance/nepa/ . Weekly receipt of Environmental Impact Statements Filed 07/01/2013 Through 07/05/2013 Pursuant to 40 CFR 1506.9. Notice Section 309(a) of the Clean Air Act requires that EPA make public its comments on EISs issued by other Federal agencies. EPA's comment letters on EISs are...

  20. 77 FR 19320 - Notice of a Record of Decision, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-03-30

    ... America. Several historic buildings from the military occupation of Camp Hill will be restored and... Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C), the National Park Service (NPS) announces the... for park visitors and information on the park's many resources. It will be the starting point for an...