Bill > S4312

This bill, the NEPA State Assignment Expansion Act of 2020, amends the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to allow federal agencies, including the Department of Transportation, to enter into agreements with states to assign environmental review and other responsibilities to the states for certain projects under the agencies' jurisdiction. The bill establishes requirements for states to apply to participate in these "agency programs," including demonstrating financial and personnel capabilities. It also sets forth procedures for federal agencies to audit and monitor state compliance, as well as provisions for terminating state participation if the state is not adequately carrying out its responsibilities. The bill aims to expand state involvement in the environmental review process for certain projects.