Streamlines environmental permitting for fish passage barrier correction projects and establishes a contractor rating system.

The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for fish passage barrier correction projects by developing programmatic permit options and templates. It also establishes a multiagency permit program to expedite project reviews and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Additionally, the bill mandates the Department of Transportation to create a publicly accessible website rating contractors based on various criteria. This includes their bid, project cost, and completion dates. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.

Streamlines environmental permitting for fish passage barrier correction projects and establishes a contractor rating system.

The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for fish passage barrier correction projects by developing programmatic permit options and templates. It also establishes a multiagency permit program to expedite project reviews and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Additionally, the bill mandates the Department of Transportation to create a publicly accessible website rating contractors based on various criteria. This includes their bid, project cost, and completion dates. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.