Search Results: keywords:"environmental review processes"

  • H. R. 674 — To prohibit commercial offshore wind energy development in Lobster Management Area 1 in the Gulf of Maine, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:908

    H.R. 674, titled the “Northeast Fisheries Heritage Protection Act of 2025,” proposes prohibiting commercial offshore wind energy development in Lobster Management Area 1 in the Gulf of Maine. The bill highlights the historical importance of the New England fishing industry...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 674 wants to stop building wind farms in a special ocean area where people catch lots of lobsters and fish, to keep it safe for fishermen and sea animals. It talks about how much money the fishing brings in but doesn't talk about the benefits of using wind for clean energy.

  • S. 4679 — To amend title XLI of the FAST Act to improve the Federal permitting process, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:7,556

    The bill S. 4679 aims to improve the federal permitting process, making it more efficient. It proposes amendments to the FAST Act, such as clarifying definitions, modifying the steering and reporting responsibilities of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council, and...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to make it easier and faster for companies to get permission from the government to start building big projects. It talks about fees they might have to pay and wants to make sure all the rules and timelines are clear so things don't get stuck or confusing.