Who are the players in the EIS process?
The EIS process involves the lead federal agency responsible for implementing the proposal; any other federal, state, or local governmental agencies with interest or special expertise; and any interested members of the public including non-governmental organizations. Federal agencies often retain the services of private sector consultants to ensure the quality of environmental analysis. MMS received input from the following entities during the 5-year program EIS scoping process: EPA, FWS, NOAA, the US Congress, the states of Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Alaska, Virginia, California, and Georgia, industry associations, environmental groups and private citizens.
