COEFinal Rule

Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act; Processing of Department of the Army Permits

EnvironmentOther

Summary

The Army Corps of Engineers updated how it reviews and approves permits for projects that affect water bodies, wetlands, and other protected areas. The new rules make the environmental review process clearer and more organized, which affects anyone planning construction, mining, or development projects near water.

Key Points

  • 1The Corps of Engineers must follow specific steps when reviewing permit applications for water and wetland projects to ensure environmental impacts are properly assessed
  • 2The new procedures clarify how the National Environmental Policy Act applies to Army Corps permit decisions, making the process more transparent and predictable
  • 3People and organizations applying for permits will know exactly what documentation and environmental studies are required before submitting applications
  • 4The public has until August 5, 2025 to submit comments on this new rule before it becomes final
  • 5This affects developers, construction companies, farmers, and others who need permits for projects involving waterways, dams, channels, or wetland areas

Key Dates

Published

July 3, 2025

Comment Deadline

August 5, 2025

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