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Environment and Permitting

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Overview

The Office of Environment and Permitting works across the spectrum of environmental issues, coordinating across DOT’s modes and with other Federal agencies. The team also develops and reviews transportation legislation and regulations and coordinates national transportation policy initiatives relating to the environment.

Office of Environment Programs and Offices

Surface Transportation NEPA Process Improvements Report to Congress
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