The article argues for the reform of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) permitting process in the United States. It highlights the shortcomings of the current system, which has become burdensome and delays infrastructure projects. The author suggests that NEPA has become a tool for litigation and obstruction, impeding progress and economic development. The article advocates for streamlining the process to ensure environmental considerations are balanced with the need for timely project approvals. It calls for updating NEPA regulations to facilitate efficient decision-making while maintaining environmental protection. The article concludes that reforming NEPA would enable sustainable development and benefit both the economy and the environment.
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