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To require the Council on Environmental Quality to submit to Congress a report on the potential for online and digital technologies to address delays in reviews and improve public accessibility and transparency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3767

Bill 118 hr 3767, also known as the "Digital Environmental Impact Review Act," aims to address delays in environmental reviews and improve public accessibility and transparency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). The bill requires the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) to submit a report to Congress on the potential for online and digital technologies to streamline the NEPA review process.

The report will assess how digital tools can be utilized to expedite environmental reviews, increase public participation, and enhance transparency in the decision-making process. The goal is to modernize the NEPA process and make it more efficient and user-friendly for all stakeholders involved.

The bill emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology to improve environmental decision-making and ensure that the NEPA process remains effective in protecting the environment while also promoting economic growth. By exploring the potential benefits of online and digital technologies, the CEQ can provide recommendations to Congress on how to enhance the NEPA review process for the benefit of both the environment and the public. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3767 seeks to harness the power of technology to address delays in environmental reviews, increase public accessibility and transparency, and ultimately improve the effectiveness of the NEPA process.

Current Status of Bill HR 3767

Bill HR 3767 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2023. Bill HR 3767 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 31, 2023.  Bill HR 3767's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of May 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3767

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3767

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3767

To require the Council on Environmental Quality to submit to Congress a report on the potential for online and digital technologies to address delays in reviews and improve public accessibility and transparency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
To require the Council on Environmental Quality to submit to Congress a report on the potential for online and digital technologies to address delays in reviews and improve public accessibility and transparency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.

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