USDA Finalizes Rollback of Environmental Permitting Regulations

April 9, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) this week finalized a rule that will overhaul how the agency implements a key environmental law. The new rule will significantly pare back environmental impact requirements, eliminate opportunities for public comment, and remove climate change and environmental justice considerations. It represents a major change in […] The post USDA Finalizes Rollback of Environmental Permitting Regulations appeared first on Civil Eats.