Bill · H.R. 4135· House(119-HR-4135)
To encourage States to participate with the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council's online dashboard for certain covered projects.
- Introduced
- 6/25/2025
- Last activity
- 6/25/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Dusty Johnson
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill aims to encourage States to participate in the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council's online dashboard. It specifically targets covered projects that require a certification or permit from a State under sections 401, 402, or 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The goal is to promote participation in the environmental review and authorization process. This would occur to the maximum extent practicable under the FAST Act.
Yes· 3 of 4
Is this likely to create jobs?+1
Streamlining the permitting process may indirectly facilitate project development and job creation.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+1
Improved infrastructure and project coordination can support broader economic activity.
Would business owners be better off under this?+1
A streamlined permitting dashboard can reduce administrative burdens for project owners.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Increased Coordination: The bill encourages States to participate in the environmental review and authorization process under section 41003(c) of the FAST Act (Section 1). This may help facilitate the process for covered projects requiring specific water pollution control permits.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain information regarding potential negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1Increases Job Creation+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- 6/25/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House
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