approving
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The California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA, is a state law from 1970 that requires state and local agencies to evaluate the environmental impact of proposed projects before approving them.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
Immigration and Corrections Minister Agus Andrianto told the BBC that those responsible for approving Bechi's parole "will certainly face sanctions".
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
There are more than 100 items on the table but many deal with technical matters, like approving indicators to track progress on climate adaptation.
From Barron's ● Oct. 6, 2026
Another Sri Lankan shipper said he has received desperate calls for food and provisions from agents of the tankers, but Sri Lankan authorities weren’t approving supply visits to Iranian ships.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
“You understand perfectly,” said Mr. Curtain with an approving look.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
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