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Studying NEPA’s Impact on Projects Act
12/13/2025, 3:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 573
Bill 119 HR 573, also known as the "National Environmental Policy Act Compliance Report Act," aims to hold the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) accountable for ensuring compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969. The bill requires the CEQ to publish an annual report that details environmental reviews and any legal actions taken due to alleged non-compliance with NEPA.
The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency and oversight of environmental reviews conducted under NEPA. By requiring the CEQ to report on the causes of action taken against entities that fail to comply with NEPA, the bill aims to ensure that environmental regulations are being enforced effectively.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 573 seeks to strengthen environmental protections by holding agencies accountable for their compliance with NEPA. This legislation is important for ensuring that environmental reviews are conducted properly and that any violations of NEPA are addressed promptly.
The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency and oversight of environmental reviews conducted under NEPA. By requiring the CEQ to report on the causes of action taken against entities that fail to comply with NEPA, the bill aims to ensure that environmental regulations are being enforced effectively.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 573 seeks to strengthen environmental protections by holding agencies accountable for their compliance with NEPA. This legislation is important for ensuring that environmental reviews are conducted properly and that any violations of NEPA are addressed promptly.
Congressional Summary of HR 573
Studying NEPA’s Impact on Projects Act
This bill directs the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) to annually report on the impact of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) on projects that require NEPA review. CEQ must publish the report on its website and submit it to certain congressional committees. The report must include
- specified information about NEPA litigation, such as the number of cases, the status of cases, and their outcomes;
- the length and costs of the environmental impact statements and environmental assessments prepared; and
- the time it takes to complete environmental reviews under NEPA.
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Current Status of Bill HR 573
Bill HR 573 is currently in the status of Passed in House since December 9, 2025. Bill HR 573 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2025. Bill HR 573's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of December 10, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 573
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
9Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 573
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 573
To require the Council on Environmental Quality to publish an annual report on environmental reviews and causes of action based on alleged non-compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
To require the Council on Environmental Quality to publish an annual report on environmental reviews and causes of action based on alleged non-compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 573
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