Biden Releases Permitting Action Plan to Speed Federal Projects

President Joe Biden unveils a plan to help speed construction of projects funded under his $550 billion infrastructure law passed last year.

• Administration will create sector-specific teams in hopes of speeding permitting and supply chain issues slowing construction
  • NOTE: Read the plan here
• White House says it will improve environmental reviews to avoid duplicity; also plans reforms to establish stronger climate and safety standards
• White House will also prioritize tribal and disadvantaged communities
• NOTE: President Donald Trump also sought to reduce permitting times through executive action, but faced criticism he was eroding environmental standards Trump’s Infrastructure Approval Overhaul Seen Helping ...