Bill > HR1616

This bill, the Promoting Interagency Coordination for Review of Natural Gas Pipelines Act, aims to streamline the federal and state approval process for natural gas pipeline projects. It designates the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as the lead agency for conducting the environmental review required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and directs FERC to coordinate with other participating agencies to ensure efficient and timely reviews. The bill sets deadlines for agencies to act on their authorizations, requires concurrent agency reviews, and enhances transparency by tracking and making public the status of the approval process. Additionally, the bill requires FERC to consult with the Transportation Security Administration on pipeline security measures when reviewing applications.