Trump Administration actions - Trump orders DOJ to stop states from enforcing unconstitutional or preempted climate laws. In a sweeping Executive Order (EO) issued on April 8, President Donald Trump has ordered Attorney...more
4/29/2025
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The Trump Administration has begun operationalizing its regulatory strategy for projects requiring evaluation under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In this alert, we discuss two key actions being taken and key...more
Following the devastating fires in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-4-25 to expedite recovery and rebuilding efforts. Released on January 12, 2025, the Order suspends...more
1/27/2025
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A split panel for the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (DC Circuit) ruled on November 12, 2024, in Marin Audubon Society, et al. v. Federal Aviation Administration, et al. (Marin Audubon Society)...more
12/4/2024
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