SessionA-1.ppt

Session A-1 Learning Objectives Describe the source and hierarchy of NEPA legislation, regulations and guidance Describe how NEPA transportation decisionmaking evolved via legislation and other influences List essential elements of the NEPA Process Recognize and use environmental references Hierarchy NEPA Federal Responsibility As trustees of the environment Assure safe, healthful, productive, esthetically and culturally pleasing surroundings Attain widest range of benefit without degradation or undesirable and unintended consequences Preserve important historic, cultural, and natural aspect