The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has released new guidance — Engineer Circular 37-1-141: Operations in Lapse of Appropriations — outlining how the agency will function during the government shutdown.
Under this directive, only activities deemed essential to protect life, property, or national security will continue with minimal staffing.
For mitigation bankers, consultants, and permit applicants, this means regulatory reviews, credit releases, and permit decisions may be temporarily delayed until Congress enacts new appropriations or a continuing resolution.
NEBA encourages members to stay informed, maintain open communication with district staff, and plan for potential processing delays.
Mitigation banking is often discussed in terms of credits—wetland credits, stream credits, or other units used to compensate for unavoidable environmental impacts. But the value of a mitigation bank extends far beyond the regulatory credit itself. Well-designed mitigation banks can provide a broad range of ecosystem services that benefit watersheds, wildlife, communities, and taxpayers.Cleaner Water •
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