Latest Updates
NEW: Permitting Bill Fact Sheet*
Endangered Species Resource Guide*
(*members only)
Environmental Committee - Get Involved
Monthly Newsletter
(members only)
August Edition
In this issue:
- EPA proposes new Construction General Permit
- DEF rule comments due Aug. 29
- WOTUS update remains under White House review
- Sept. 9 meeting to cover ESA rule changes
- Share your sustainability success stories
Committee Meeting
(members only)
Next meeting:
- Dec. 9 @ 2 p.m. Eastern via Microsoft Teams
Co-Chair
John Gasparo
Director
Security Paving
Co-Chair
Fred Wagner
Principal Environmental Regulatory Advisor
Jacobs
About
The ARTBA Environmental Committee brings together industry leaders committed to advancing environmentally responsible transportation solutions. Open to all ARTBA members, the committee provides a platform to share best practices, shape federal policy, and highlight the industry’s progress in sustainability, resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Environmental Comments & Filings
Coalition Comments: EPA’s Ordinary Highwater Mark Guidance
ARTBA and its coalition partners sent a letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in regard to the Interim Draft of the National Ordinary High Water Mark Field Delineation Manual for Rivers and Streams.
Coalition Comments to White House: EPA’s PM NAAQs Proposal
ARTBA and its allies urge the White House to ensure the Environmental Protection Agency maintains existing National Ambient Air Quality Standards for fine particulate matter (PM2.5).
Resources
Environmental Policy
Adopted in May 2023, ARTBA members from all eight membership divisions developed a consensus policy aimed at reducing delays to transportation improvement projects and maintaining environmental safeguards.
Resource Guide
(members only)
This resource guide brings together federal Endangered Species Act tools and information to help ARTBA members stay informed about species-related actions that may impact transportation investments.
Permitting Bill Fact Sheet
(members only)
Get a concise overview of the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026, including key provisions affecting NEPA, permitting, project delivery timelines, and transportation infrastructure development.
Coalition Comments: EPA’s Draft Meaningful Involvement in Rulemaking Policy
ARTBA and its coalition partners sent a letter encouraging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to actively engage trade associations in the rulemaking process.