Bill · H.R. 2318· House(119-HR-2318)
Electronic Permitting Modernization Act
- Introduced
- 3/25/2025
- Last activity
- 3/25/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Yassamin Ansari
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Electronic Permitting Modernization Act aims to modernize the permitting systems at the Department of the Interior. The bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to design and deliver electronic systems to accept and process applications, forms, and payments. It also requires the creation of a centralized online repository to help the public navigate these systems. This repository will include contact information for Department employees who assist State, Tribal, and local governments. Additionally, the Secretary must provide periodic updates to specific House and Senate committees regarding the implementation of these systems.
Yes· 3 of 10
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The creation of a centralized online repository increases public access and transparency for permitting.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
Streamlined digital permitting reduces administrative friction for businesses.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+2
Modernizing permitting systems can improve economic efficiency and management of operations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Efficiency and Service: The Secretary is tasked with designing electronic systems to accept, process, and record applications, which is intended to improve the overall economy, efficiency, and management of operations while reducing paperwork (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Increased Public Access: The bill requires a centralized electronic permitting system online repository on the Department's website to provide high-quality services and access to the public (Section 2(a)).
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Easier Navigation and Communication: The online repository will include hyperlinks to help users navigate all electronic permitting systems and provide contact information for employees who assist State, Tribal, and local governments (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Stakeholder Involvement: The Secretary is required to consult with States, local governments, Indian Tribes, and other stakeholders who apply for permits when developing these new systems (Section 2(d)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Farmers+1Good For Native Americans+1Good For Rural Residents+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2Improves Small Business Support+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Land Management+2Improves Environmental Protections+1
- 3/25/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House