Regs.gov: Council on Environmental Quality

CEQ Issues Revised NEPA Categorical Exclusions Guidance

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) issued revised guidance on establishing, revising, adopting, and applying categorical exclusions under NEPA, replacing prior guidance from December 6, 2010. The guidance reflects statutory changes including NEPA's new definition of categorical exclusion and the interagency adoption process. The guidance does not create legally binding obligations but promotes consistency in NEPA implementation across federal agencies.

CEQ Issues NEPA Guidance for Emergencies

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued new guidance to assist federal agencies in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) during emergencies. This memorandum rescinds and replaces previous guidance on the same topic.

CEQ NEPA Regulations Removal Rule

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has published a final rule to remove certain provisions from its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. This action is part of an ongoing effort to streamline NEPA reviews and reduce regulatory burdens.

CEQ Issues NEPA Guidance for Federal Agencies

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued updated guidance to federal agencies on implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This memorandum replaces previous guidance and includes a template for agencies to establish or revise their NEPA implementing procedures.

CEQ Withdraws NEPA Guidance on Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) is withdrawing its interim guidance on considering greenhouse gas emissions and climate change under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This withdrawal is effective May 28, 2025, and is based on a review of recent executive orders concerning energy policy.

CEQ Correction to NEPA Implementing Regulations

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued a correction to its interim final rule implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This correction clarifies the words of issuance for the rule that removed CEQ's NEPA regulations from the Code of Federal Regulations.