Chapter I

I.OVERVIEW
  1. Introduction
  2. Background
  3. Biological Assessment Content, Scope, and Public Process
    1. Request for Formal Consultation
    2. Content and Scope
      1. Action: A description of the action to be considered.
      2. Area: "A description of the specific area that may be affected by the action."
      3. Species and Critical Habitat Description: "A description of any listed species or critical habitat that may be affected by the action."
      4. Effects of the Action: "A description of the manner in which the action may affect any listed species or critical habitat and an analysis of any cumulative effects."
      5. Relevant Reports: "Relevant reports, including any environmental impact statement, environmental assessment, or biological assessment prepared...."
      6. Other Relevant Reports: "Any other relevant available information on the action, the affected listed species, or critical habitat."
    3. Public Process and Consultation Schedule


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