Which federal statute, similar to CEQA, was passed in 1969?

The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), passed in 1969, is the federal statute that corresponds with California's California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Both acts aim to promote transparency and public involvement in the environmental decision-making process. NEPA requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions before making decisions, ensuring that environmental factors are weighed alongside economic and technical considerations.

Similar to CEQA, NEPA mandates the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for major federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the human environment. This aligns with CEQA’s requirements for environmental impact assessments at the state level. By fostering a systematic approach to evaluating environmental impacts, both statutes play crucial roles in environmental protection and planning.

The other acts listed do not share this same focus on environmental assessments for federal actions. While they address various aspects of environmental management and protection, they do not parallel the procedural and assessment-based framework that NEPA and CEQA provide.