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February 12, 2025

... for catalytic federal support, and we hope Congress supports this bill,” said Aimee David, Vice President, U.S. & California Ocean Conservation, policy and Advocacy, Monterey Bay Aquarium. “In Washington state, we're studying the conditions necessary for healthy kelp forests to inform effective restoration efforts,” said Nora Nickum, Senior Director of Conservation Programs at the Seattle A… Continue Reading


February 12, 2025

... justify;">While Rep. Sarah Elfreth's (MD-03) amendment instructing the Committee to conduct oversight over aquatic invasive species policy and pursue solutions that are targeted, data-driven, and holistic was adopted, all Republicans voted against the following amendments: Ranking Member Jared Huffman's amendment … Continue Reading


February 03, 2025

...red at least 18 IGs in an email that lacked the justification or the 30-day notice to Congress required by law. The 922-page Project 2025 policy agenda lists in-depth plans to weaken anti-corruption laws, replace qualified experts with political cronies, and eliminate efforts to defend environmental justice and diverse communities. In one of its corresponding Continue Reading


January 25, 2025

...aximum extent allowed by law, all DEI, DEIA, and ‘environmental justice’ offices and positions within sixty days.”  The 922-page Project 2025 policy agenda lists in-depth plans to weaken anti-corruption laws, replace qualified experts with political cronies, and eliminate efforts to defend environmental justice and diverse communities. In one of its corresponding Continue Reading


January 25, 2025

...aximum extent allowed by law, all DEI, DEIA, and ‘environmental justice’ offices and positions within sixty days.”  The 922-page Project 2025 policy agenda lists in-depth plans to weaken anti-corruption laws, replace qualified experts with political cronies, and eliminate efforts to defend environmental justice and diverse communities. In one of its corresponding Continue Reading


January 23, 2025

...trophic wildfires – climate change – the so-called Fix Our Forests Act inappropriately co-opts emergency authorities under the National Environmental policy Act, undercuts the Endangered Species Act, and even makes it more difficult for communities to engage and scrutinize or even know about projects that could directly impact them.  “I had been hopeful that the amendment proces… Continue Reading


January 21, 2025

...ress the challenges posed by climate change and fire management. We hope other members of Congress will follow their lead,” said Ryan Henson, policy Director for the CalWild. “Climate change is exacerbating wildfires, and we need to protect homes, families, and communities across the country,” said Earthjustice Senior Legislative Representative, Blaine Miller-McFeeley.<… Continue Reading


January 16, 2025

.../dean.house.gov/_cache/files/9/1/91d7f04e-8a86-473d-87b9-0193505354c9/CA060F7DEEF1B659CD7057B433D2E8F7.2024.03.01---reinforcement-of-two-states-as-us-policy-letter.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">letter advocating for a two-state solution which prioritizes Israel security while working towards the establishment of a Palestinian State. ###… Continue Reading


December 18, 2024

...Port Act of 1974, MARAD is required to evaluate whether proposed deepwater ports are in the “national interest” and are consistent with national policy goals and objectives, including for environmental quality and energy efficiency. Despite this directive, MARAD has never denied an oil export license. There is currently one operating oil import and export facility, one recently approved oil… Continue Reading


December 17, 2024

...ent for a major municipal water district. This announcement comes after his challenger dropped out following a 44-17 vote in the Steering and policy Committee last night. The outpouring of support Huffman received during this race has included: Continue Reading

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