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A group of men and women pose for a picture in a conference room. — USACE Value Engineering Team Recognized on Global Stage

'For the first time in its 250-year history, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers earned a Top 20 finish for its innovative approach to project delivery against corporate powerhouses in the prestigious Project Management Institute (PMI), Program Management Office (PMO) Global Awards...'

9/9/2025
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USACE introduces new Regulatory Request System module

Sept. 22, 2025

Army Corps of Engineers begins implementing policy to increase America’s energy generation efficiency

Sept. 22, 2025

Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27

Sept. 15, 2025

News Stories

September

9 Sep 2025
USACE Value Engineering Team Recognized on Global Stage
For the first time in its 250-year history, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers earned a Top 20 finish for its innovative approach to project delivery against corporate powerhouses in the prestigious Project Management Institute (PMI), Program Management Office (PMO) Global Awards.
2 Sep 2025
The Corps Environment - Summer 2025 edition now available
This publication highlights how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is working alongside stakeholders and partners to turn environmental challenges into mission-ready solutions.
August

27 Aug 2025
USACE contractor Mohannad Ali awarded Defense of Freedom medal
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Pacific Division Commander Brig. Gen. John Lloyd presented former USACE contractor Mohannad Ali with the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom during a ceremony at the USACE San Diego Field Office on Aug 26.
25 Aug 2025
CRU celebrates 25 years of global support
For the past 25 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Contingency Response Unit (CRU) has consistently delivered highly skilled personnel in support of military operations, disaster response, and Combatant Command missions across the globe.
8 Aug 2025
Individuals honored for service to the Engineer Regiment at USACE 250th Birthday Gala
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Army Engineer Association honored two individuals who have made significant contributions to the Engineer Regiment in a ceremony this evening during the 250th Engineer Birthday Gala in Arlington, Virginia.
July

15 Jul 2025
USACE Contract Specialist of the Year
Jenna Grainer is a contract specialist at USACE's Buffalo District in Buffalo, New York. Grainer was recently named the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Contract Specialist of the Year for 2024 for her exceptional work last year. Read about how she helps solve major engineering challenges for the nation through her profession.
June

30 Jun 2025
USACE Marks 250 Years with Pivotal Support to the Army’s Birthday
As the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th anniversary June 14 with a birthday festival and parade in the nation's capital, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was hard at work behind the scenes and on the logistical front lines. In a powerful intersection of history and engineering excellence, USACE’s contributions helped ensure parade success while also symbolizing its own 250th anniversary of building and defending the nation.
May

29 May 2025
USACE Navigation mission critical to Armed Forces’ strategic readiness
When the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) needs to move over 1,000 trucks, trailers, and tons of equipment for a large training exercise, they rely on the cost-effectiveness and convenience of the nation’s waterways.
23 May 2025
The Corps Environment – Spring 2025 edition now available
The Spring 2025 edition of The Corps Environment is now available! This publication highlights how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is turning environmental challenges into mission-ready solutions. Content in this issue includes ongoing projects and initiatives from across the Army environmental community that are leveraging environmental stewardship as a force multiplier — enhancing military readiness, strengthening strategic partnerships and supporting community well-being.
22 May 2025
USACE Completes Two-Week Regional Power Mission Exercise, Prepares for Upcoming Hurricane Season
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) successfully concluded a two-week Regional Power Mission Exercise on May 16, enhancing its readiness to provide critical temporary emergency power in the wake of a major disaster.

News Releases

22 Sep 2025
USACE introduces new Regulatory Request System module
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today the launch of a new “No Permit Required” module on its Regulatory Request System (RRS), an innovative online application portal designed to enhance transparency and improve public engagement with the USACE Regulatory Program.
22 Sep 2025
Army Corps of Engineers begins implementing policy to increase America’s energy generation efficiency
Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle today directed the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to weigh whether energy projects that might impact America’s navigable waters would actually deliver significant energy, relative to impacts, for the American people before it allows such activity.
15 Sep 2025
Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, Sept. 27.
11 Aug 2025
Army Corps of Engineers recognizes National Hydropower Day
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will recognize National Hydropower Day Aug. 24. For more than 140 years, the USACE Hydropower Program has been providing the nation with resilient and reliable clean energy.
22 Jul 2025
Army Corps of Engineers celebrates World Ranger Day July 31
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will recognize World Ranger Day July 31. This annual worldwide
2 Jul 2025
Statement by Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works on the President’s Implementation of National Environmental Policy Act
Under President Trump’s leadership and consistent with the Unleashing American Energy Executive Order, the Army and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have updated the Corps’ implementing procedures for the National Environmental Policy Act. These reforms align with the changes Congress made to NEPA in the 2023 Fiscal Responsibility Act, and with the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County. These reforms will apply to the procedures the Corps follows when reviewing permit applications under the Clean Water Act and the Rivers and Harbors Act and to the procedures the Corps follows for Water Resources Development Act projects.
18 Jun 2025
Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it is seeking comments on its proposal to renew and revise 56 existing nationwide permits and issue one new nationwide permit authorizing activities associated with improving fish passage. Nationwide permits authorize activities in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.
16 Jun 2025
Army Corps of Engineers announces proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it has prepared its proposal to renew and revise 56 of 57 existing nationwide permits for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. USACE will propose not to reissue one nationwide permit authorizing activities associated with finfish mariculture.
5 Jun 2025
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers’ Birthday and Juneteenth Celebration
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,600 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of the USACE birthday, June 16, and Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19.
30 May 2025
USACE Showcases 250 Years of History, Service During DC Twilight Performance
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will host a special June 18, 2025, Twilight Tattoo performance at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, as part of its year-long 250th anniversary celebration.