Bill > HB663

This bill requires the Department of the Environment to report to the General Assembly twice a year, starting by July 1, 2026, on any changes to federal environmental policy that have been finalized by a federal court. The reports must also detail the state's response to these changes, including any federal policy shifts that affect the Department's administration of federally delegated authority. The initial report will cover changes since January 1, 2024, with subsequent reports covering the preceding six months. This legislation is intended to ensure the state is aware of and prepared to address significant federal environmental policy shifts.