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Sponsors: 14
Votes: May 26
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Description

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to assume responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for highway projects, as well as railroad, public transportation, or multimodal projects within the State, allowing streamlined environmental reviews. Provides a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to comply with federal requirements under 23 U.S.C. §§326 and 327.

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ReportTransportation Environmental ReviewRulesDot

Progress

IntroducedJan 28, 2026
Sent to committeeFeb 2, 2026
Passed the first chamberFeb 18, 2026
Sent to committeeFeb 18, 2026
PassedMar 10, 2026
Sent to committeeMar 12, 2026
Sent to committeeMar 19, 2026
Sent to committeeMar 30, 2026
Passed both chambersMay 7, 2026
Became lawMay 26, 2026

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