Interactive Federal Review Act

S 2319, the Interactive Federal Review Act, requires the Transportation Secretary to encourage highway project sponsors receiving federal grants (like INFRA, Mega, or RAISE funds) to use digital platforms for environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It mandates the Secretary to publish technology-neutral guidance within 90 days and select at least 10 projects to demonstrate digital tools for environmental analysis and public engagement. The bill also requires a report within 180 days evaluating efficiencies and community engagement metrics from these digital reviews, with examples published online within a year. This applies directly to state and local agencies managing federally funded highway projects, aiming to streamline reviews without altering NEPA’s core requirements.