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The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) NEPA Resources:

  • CEQ NEPA website
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EPA has prepared policies and guidance for carrying out its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and reviews under Section 309 of the Clean Air Act. These documents discuss the specific technical issues EPA looks for in NEPA documents. To learn more, select the topic from the list below.

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Last updated on May 18, 2022
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