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
Comments Urging CEQ to Rescind NEPA Phase 2 Proposed Rule
The NEPA regulatory process is convoluted and dysfunctional. Read ARTBA’s comments to CEQ on how this latest proposal yet again fails to correct obvious shortcomings.
Comments Urging EPA and Corps to Provide Guidance on WOTUS Final Rule Implementation
ARTBA sent a letter to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and…
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 Opposing CEQ’s NEPA Phase 2 Proposal
ARTBA and its allies sent a letter to the Chair of the Council…