This slide (page 39) depicts the step-by-step NEPA Environmental Assessment process, beginning with Formulation of Proposed Action and Alternatives and proceeding through Background Data Collection, Agency and Public Scoping, Forecasts Updated, Draft EA preparation, public comment period, and culminating in either a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)/Record of Decision (ROD) or, if significant impacts cannot be mitigated, preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). A star icon marks the current status at the 'Publish and Start Comment Period for the Draft EA' step.Open full document
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This slide (page 39) depicts the step-by-step NEPA Environmental Assessment process, beginning with Formulation of Proposed Action and Alternatives and proceeding through Background Data Collection, Agency and Public Scoping, Forecasts Updated, Draft EA preparation, public comment period, and culminating in either a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)/Record of Decision (ROD) or, if significant impacts cannot be mitigated, preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). A star icon marks the current status at the ‘Publish and Start Comment Period for the Draft EA’ step.
