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SB 1046·NC·senate

A.I. in Environmental Permitting.

Passed One ChamberFiled Apr 30, 2026
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Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

May 4, 2026

Summary

The bill sets up a partnership between the Environmental Management Commission and the Department of Environmental Quality to use artificial‑intelligence tools for drafting and reviewing environmental permits. It affects permit applicants, regulated businesses and agency staff by speeding up routine work while keeping final decisions in human hands. The measure also requires public disclosure, annual reporting and provides $1 million to fund the effort.

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