Topic
Permitting Reform
News & analysis tagged Permitting Reform — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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climate_energy
First FAST-41 mine clears federal exam
South32's Hermosa project in Arizona receives Final Record of Decision under FAST-41, the first mining project to complete expedited federal review. The test: whether FAST-41's two-year litigation window and standing limits can shield the project from NEPA challenges that stalled Resolution Copper and Rosemont.
2026-07-17
us politics
Tom Cotton's Permitting Push
Sen. Tom Cotton argues that permitting delays under NEPA threaten US national security, framing reform as a strategic move amid tensions with China and Iran.
2026-04-27