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Empire Wind Construction Restarts

May 20, 2025 ReactionNew York

The Empire Wind offshore wind project has been approved to move forward after it was unexpectedly ordered to halt construction last month.

EPA to Repeal Key Protections Against Toxic Forever Chemicals in Tap Water

May 14, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced plans to repeal health standards for four of six toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” found in drinking water, and to delay implementation of the remaining two standards, reversing course on a crucial public…

4 Reasons the Reconciliation Bill Is a Disaster for Our Communities and Economy

May 14, 2025 Ed Board MemoUnited States, Washington, D.C.Alexandra Adams

It’s time we paid attention to what the administration and its congressional allies have in mind.

Harmful Tax Measure Passes House Ways and Means

May 14, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The House Committee on Ways and Means passed its part of the massive package delivering tax cuts for billionaires.

House Agriculture Reconciliation Bill Is a "Robin Hood-in-Reverse That Risks the Entire Farm Bill”

May 13, 2025 ReactionWashington, D.C.

The House Agriculture Committee released reconciliation bill text today that hobbles the nation’s leading anti-hunger program, funnels billions to the wealthiest agribusinesses, and sabotages bipartisan efforts to pass a comprehensive five-year Farm Bill.

House Bill a Giveaway for Polluters, Cuts Health Protections

May 12, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce released its bill text that would be part of a massive tax cut measure for billionaires.

House Tax Measure Would Gut Manufacturing Boom

May 12, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The House Committee on Ways and Means released its bill text for its massive package delivering tax cuts for billionaires.

Judge Blocks Unconstitutional Reorganization of Federal Government

May 9, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

Case reflects largest and most significant challenge to president’s authority to remake government without congressional approval.

New York State Includes Environment and Energy Measures in FY2025–26 Budget

May 8, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York

The FY25-26 budget passed the legislature today, which includes $1 billion for the Sustainable Future Fund, an increase in $25 million to the Environmental Protection Fund, and a ban of use of PFAS in firefighting gear.

Natural Resources Committee Sells Off Public Lands in the Dead of Night

May 7, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., United States

The House Committee on Natural Resources advanced a sweeping set of environmental rollbacks, pushing through provisions that would sell off public lands, expand fossil fuel leasing, and gut bedrock protections.

States Challenge Trump’s Order to Block Wind Power

May 5, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, New York, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C.

Attorneys general from 17 states and Washington, D.C. filed a lawsuit today in federal court challenging the Trump administration’s presidential memorandum that attempted to block new wind energy projects.

Skinny Budget Is Radical and Cruel

May 2, 2025 ReactionWashington, D.C.

The Trump administration released its “skinny budget” guidance today, which outlined priorities for Congress.

DOJ Suits Attempt to Deter States from Taking Climate Action

May 1, 2025 Press ReleaseWashington, D.C., Michigan, Hawaii

The Department of Justice sued the states of Michigan and Hawai'i today in a brazen attempt to prevent or intimidate states from addressing climate policy.

Trump Administration Halts Climate Research   

April 29, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

The Trump administration “released” scientists working on the National Climate Assessment, effectively canceling the foundational report that details the effects of climate change on the nation, regions, and local areas.

House Transportation and Infrastructure Reconciliation Language is an “Unacceptable Tradeoff”

April 29, 2025 ReactionWashington, D.C., United States

The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure released initial reconciliation bill text containing a variety of anti-environmental priorities.

Massive Coalition of Unions, Nonprofit Groups, and Local Governments File Omnibus Challenge to Unconstitutional Reorganization of Federal Government

April 28, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

Reorganization and massive reductions in force across federal agencies violate core constitutional concepts of separation of powers.

Interior Pushes Illegal Plan to Rush Oil Drilling, Mining Projects

April 24, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Department of the Interior announced it will invoke “emergency” authority to fast-track fossil fuel and mining projects on public lands and in federal waters. 

NC Business Leaders Call for State Policies to Support Clean Energy Economy 

April 24, 2025 Press ReleaseNorth Carolina

Dozens of state businesses leaders traveled to the Legislature last week to advocate for sensible policies that will help continue the growth of North Carolina’s clean energy economy.

Burgum Halts Empire Wind Project

April 16, 2025 Press ReleaseNew York

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum put out a social media post and memo ordering a halt to construction on the Empire Wind offshore wind project.

Sunsetting EO: “There’s No Magic Wand” for the WH to Erase Existing Rules

April 10, 2025 Press ReleaseUnited States, Washington, D.C.

President Trump signed an executive order that would attempt to erase hundreds of existing rules protecting the environment and public health.