June Threats to the Endangered Species Act
While no new bills aimed at derailing the Endangered Species Act were introduced this month, we saw some action on a couple of previously introduced bills. The...
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May Threats to the Endangered Species Act
This Congress, we’ve seen no less than 23 bills that would weaken the Endangered Species Act or exempt certain animals from its protections. Here are some of...
Oil Spill Amnesia Bills Would Prevent Protection of our Ocean Environment
Considering the recent barrage of provisions attempting to close the courthouse door to those challenging illegal governmental actions, it’s no surprise that H...
Oil Spill Amnesia Bills Pass House Natural Resources Committee
As the 1-year anniversary of the BP Gulf oil disaster approaches, it appears that many members of the House Natural Resources Committee are suffering from...
GOP-Sponsored Bill Would Bar Groups from Enforcing Our Nation's Environmental Laws
On March 31, Senator Vitter (R-LA) and Congressman Bishop (R-UT) introduced 2 companion bills that, among other harmful policies, would prevent environmental...
GOP Riders Continue to Impede Budget Process
Yesterday, Congress resumed negotiations on a long-term budget bill to take effect when the current 3-week Continuing Resolution (“CR”) ( H.J. Res. 48 )...