environmental impact statement

law
Also known as: EIS

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National Environmental Policy Act

  • In National Environmental Policy Act

    Called an environmental impact statement (EIS), it describes the expected environmental effects of the action—including adverse impacts, reasonable alternatives, and any irreversible changes—and assesses both short- and long-term gains.. The EIS is reviewed by the Office of Federal Activities within the Environmental Protection Agency. Notices of EAs…

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