Introduced by Rep. Steve O'Ban (Pierce County) (R) on June 5, 2013
Creates an expedited environmental review and approval
process for transportation projects that require preparation
of an environmental impact statement under the national
environmental policy act and requires the department of
transportation to use the process.
Requires state and local agencies to provide
technical assistance to the department of transportation on
accomplishing the project review and coordination activities.
Requires the department of transportation to
streamline the permitting process. Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the Senate Transportation Committee on June 29, 2013
Received in the House on January 13, 2014
Referred to the House Transportation Committee on January 13, 2014
Referred to the House Rules Committee on February 11, 2014