Federal Register #DHS-2026-0859

DHS Adoption of Categorical Exclusions under NEPA

This notice from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) addresses the adoption of categorical exclusions under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). - DHS is adopting thirty-five categorical exclusions (CEs) to streamline environmental review processes for certain agency actions - The CEs apply to activities that do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment - The notice outlines the types of actions covered, criteria for applicability, and procedures for agency consultation - Extraordinary circumstances are considered to ensure environmental compliance - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are mentioned - The notice is administrative and pertains to procedural streamlining within DHS operations

Description

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is notifying the public of the adoption of thirty-five categorical exclusions (CEs) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These CEs identify types of actions to which DHS will apply exclusions, considerations for applicability, and agency consultations including extraordinary circumstances. The adoption streamlines certain DHS actions that do not have significant environmental effects. The notice is effective August 26, 2026.

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