Tag Archives: waters of the US

Don’t step in that Puddle! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Adopts new Iowa Stream Mitigation Rules

Posted on August 1, 2017 by James Pray

Before someone decides to remove or alter “Waters of the United States” (“WOTUS”) through construction, plowing, grading or other similarly activities a 404(b) permit must be obtained. Part of the permitting process involves proving that the  “Least Damaging Practicable Alternative” … Continue reading →

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EPA and USACE Move to Rescind 2015 Waters of the U.S. Rule

Posted on June 28, 2017 by James Pray

In a move that surprises nobody, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Army, and Army Corps of Engineers (“USACE”) proposed on June 27, 2017 a new rule to rescind the 2015 Waters of the US Rule and re-codify the regulatory … Continue reading →

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Donald Trump and his Administration’s Environmental and Energy Policy

Posted on November 9, 2016 by James Pray

Now that we know we will have a Republican House, Senate, and President beginning in 2017, it is time to consider is what environmental and energy changes might take place during Donald Trump’s first term as President. I am neither supporting nor … Continue reading →

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