### Question
What is the definition of proposed action?


### Answer
The definition of **proposed action** is as follows in *23 U.S.C. § 157*:

> an action (within the meaning of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.)) under this title that the Secretary proposes to carry out

#### Citation:
  - *23 U.S.C. § 157*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-FEDERAL-AID HIGHWAYS**

