RAPID Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:47:23Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1074 RAPID Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1074

The RAPID Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 1074, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to streamline the permitting process for infrastructure projects. The bill seeks to reduce the time it takes for federal agencies to review and approve permits for projects such as highways, bridges, and pipelines.

One of the key provisions of the RAPID Act is the establishment of a 21-month deadline for federal agencies to complete the permitting process for infrastructure projects. This deadline is intended to expedite the approval process and prevent unnecessary delays that can hinder the timely completion of important projects.

Additionally, the RAPID Act includes measures to improve coordination between federal agencies involved in the permitting process. This coordination is designed to ensure that agencies work together efficiently and effectively to review and approve permits in a timely manner. Overall, the RAPID Act is aimed at reducing bureaucratic red tape and streamlining the permitting process for infrastructure projects. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help to spur economic growth and create jobs by making it easier for important projects to move forward. Critics, however, raise concerns about potential environmental impacts and the need to ensure that projects are thoroughly reviewed before approval. As of now, the RAPID Act is still in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been passed into law. It is currently being considered by the relevant congressional committees, where it will undergo further review and potential amendments before being voted on by the full Congress.

Congressional Summary of HR 1074

Reducing Antiquated Permitting for Infrastructure Deployment Act or the RAPID Act

This bill modifies review requirements for deployment of a small personal wireless service facility and establishes a presumption related to the deployment of wireless facilities on properties owned by an Indian tribe or a Native Hawaiian organization.

Specifically, the bill exempts the deployment of a small personal wireless service facility from specified environmental and historic preservation review requirements.

The bill also establishes a rebuttable presumption that a wireless provider has completed a request for review if an Indian tribe or a Native Hawaiian organization has received certain completed forms with information reasonably necessary to ascertain whether historic properties of religious and cultural significance may be affected by the deployment of new or collocated wireless facilities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1074

Bill HR 1074 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2021. Bill HR 1074 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2021. Bill HR 1074's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change. as of February 16, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1074

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1074

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Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

Alaska Natives and HawaiiansEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchFederal-Indian relationsHistoric sites and heritage areasInfrastructure developmentTelephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1074

RAPID ActTo provide that the deployment of a small personal wireless service facility shall not constitute an undertaking under section 300320 of title 54, United States Code, or a major Federal action for the purposes of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.RAPID ActReducing Antiquated Permitting for Infrastructure Deployment Act

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