To exempt Federal actions related to the construction of infill housing from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
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- Stage
- In committee
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- House
- Sponsors
- 11
- Latest action
- Sep 3, 2025
What it does
HR.5085 would exempt certain federal actions related to infill housing construction from the environmental review requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), specifically for projects on vacant or underutilized urban sites up to 20 acres that meet strict environmental and location criteria, including prior development, proximity to urban uses, and completion of environmental site assessments. The bill defines infill housing and related activities to include land acquisition, demolition (excluding historic structures), construction, rehabilitation, and conversion of non-residential buildings, but excludes sites in high-risk areas for wildfire, coastal, or riverine flooding…
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