Streamlines permitting for post-disaster recovery activities to expedite rebuilding while protecting endangered species.
The SALAMANDER Act amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to create expedited permitting procedures for activities related to post-natural disaster recovery. It aims to balance the need for timely rebuilding with the protection of endangered species by incorporating interagency coordination and best management practices. The Act allows the Secretary of the Army, in consultation with other relevant agencies, to issue general permits for activities directly related to disaster recovery, provided they avoid harming listed species and critical habitats.
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