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Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
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LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS via LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Source: Senate LDA
Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert.
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
Satisfying Energy Needs and Saving the Environment
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
Satisfying Energy Needs and Saving the Environment
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Satisfying Energy Needs and Saving the Environment
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Castner Range National Monument Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Castner Range National Monument Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Historic Routes Preservation Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Historic Routes Preservation Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Historic Routes Preservation Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert.
Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R.5538, the FY 17 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, oppose all anti-environmental amendments to the bill, and support all pro-environmental amendments to the bill. Oppose H.R. 4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17. Oppose H.R.4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Support the nomination of qualified judges to the U.S. Courts of Appeal. Oppose any balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution. Support President Obamas $750 million funding request for the Green Climate Fund and support efforts to proactively support funding for the GCF in the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill.
Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17. Oppose H.R.4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Support the nomination of qualified judges to the U.S. Courts of Appeal. Oppose any balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution. Support President Obamas $750 million funding request for the Green Climate Fund and support efforts to proactively support funding for the GCF in the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill.
Ozone Standards Implementation Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Ozone Standards Implementation Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
CLEAR Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
CLEAR Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Certainty for States and Tribes Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge the administration to strengthen the federal coal program [DOI] Oppose H.R. 5259, which would cut short the much needed review of our nations coal program and the important reforms put forward by the Department of Interior. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS). Raise significant concerns with S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose House Amendment to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose Senate motion to move to conference the House amendment on S.2012 with S. 2012. Support the Environmental Protection Agencys final rules to reduce methane pollution from new and modified sources in the oil and gas industry.
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R.5538, the FY 17 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, oppose all anti-environmental amendments to the bill, and support all pro-environmental amendments to the bill. Oppose H.R. 4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17. Oppose H.R.4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Support the nomination of qualified judges to the U.S. Courts of Appeal. Oppose any balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution. Support President Obamas $750 million funding request for the Green Climate Fund and support efforts to proactively support funding for the GCF in the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill.
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Sunshine for Regulations and Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Sunshine for Regulations and Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Sunshine for Regulations and Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge the administration to strengthen the federal coal program [DOI] Oppose H.R. 5259, which would cut short the much needed review of our nations coal program and the important reforms put forward by the Department of Interior. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS). Raise significant concerns with S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose House Amendment to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose Senate motion to move to conference the House amendment on S.2012 with S. 2012. Support the Environmental Protection Agencys final rules to reduce methane pollution from new and modified sources in the oil and gas industry.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS). Raise significant concerns with S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose House Amendment to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose Senate motion to move to conference the House amendment on S.2012 with S. 2012. Support the Environmental Protection Agencys final rules to reduce methane pollution from new and modified sources in the oil and gas industry.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Encourage the Obama administration to develop smart and reasonable methane standards for the oil and gas industry through EPA and Interior rulemakings, including the Methane and Waste Prevention Rule. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS).
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a program under which the Administrator shall defer the designation of an area as a nonattainment area for purposes of the 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard if the area achieves and maintains certain standards under a voluntary early action compact plan.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a program under which the Administrator shall defer the designation of an area as a nonattainment area for purposes of the 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard if the area achieves and maintains certain standards under a voluntary early action compact plan.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
An original bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a national voluntary labeling standard for bioengineered foods, and for other purposes.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
An original bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a national voluntary labeling standard for bioengineered foods, and for other purposes.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
An original bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a national voluntary labeling standard for bioengineered foods, and for other purposes.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
True LEADership Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
True LEADership Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Flexibility in Electronic Health Record Reporting Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Flexibility in Electronic Health Record Reporting Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
A bill to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the definition of "waters of the United States" under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Call for the strengthening of the Clean Air Acts Regional Haze Rule [EPA] Urge EPA to issue strong and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations because they are essential to meeting the original intent of the Clean Water Act to ultimately eliminate water pollution in order to restore and maintain the physical, chemical and biological integrity of the Nations waters. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the definition of "waters of the United States" under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the definition of "waters of the United States" under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2016 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2017 through 2025.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform Act of 2015. Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Oppose all ideological policy riders in the FY2016 spending bills, as well as H.R.2822, the FY2016 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Funding Act.
Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2016 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2017 through 2025.
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Support efforts to pass a budget deal that lifts the sequestration funding caps. Support efforts to pass an omnibus appropriations bill that contains robust funding for environmental programs and contains no anti-environmental policy riders.
Disapproving a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from New, Modified, and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units".
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R.3, a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline. Oppose S.1., a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Urge the Obama administration to reject the Keystone XL pipeline and supported their determination that the pipeline was not in the nations interest. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the draft Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs Clean Power Plan, including H.R. 2042 and S. 1324, policy riders in the Interior-Environment Appropriations bills, and Congressional Review Act resolutions of disapproval (S.J.Res 23 and 24 and H.J. Res 68 and 71) Encourage the Obama administration to develop smart and reasonable methane standards for the oil and gas industry through EPA and Interior rulemakings. Support the extension of critical clean energy tax incentives, including the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credit. Oppose Arctic Ocean drilling by Shell or any other oil company. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces. Oppose any bill that would lift the Crude Oil Export Ban and incentivize further drilling on American soil and off our coasts, including H.R. 702. . Oppose S.2011, the Offshore Production and Energizing National Security (OPENS) Act of 2015. Support S. 1794, the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2015. Support S. 2238 the Keep It in the Ground Act of 2015. Oppose the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, and related anti-environment amendments, and support pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R.8, the North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015.
EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform Act of 2015. Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Oppose all ideological policy riders in the FY2016 spending bills, as well as H.R.2822, the FY2016 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Funding Act.
Secret Science Reform Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform Act of 2015. Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Oppose all ideological policy riders in the FY2016 spending bills, as well as H.R.2822, the FY2016 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Funding Act.
Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Support efforts to pass a budget deal that lifts the sequestration funding caps. Support efforts to pass an omnibus appropriations bill that contains robust funding for environmental programs and contains no anti-environmental policy riders.
Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform Act of 2015. Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Oppose all ideological policy riders in the FY2016 spending bills, as well as H.R.2822, the FY2016 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Funding Act.
Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments in the California desert. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose legislative efforts to remove the red snapper from the federal fisheries management system. Support the Tsongas amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bil, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support efforts from Senator Martin Heinrich and Congressman Raul Grijalva to update hardrock mining and reclamation laws. Oppose H.R.1937, the National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015, which would hide the mining industrys poor environmental practices on federal lands.
Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support Basin and Range, Berryessa Snow Mountain and Waco Mammoth national monuments Support Title V of the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015 Support updating the federal coal program through the Office of Natural Resources Revenue rulemaking, updating the royalty rate for federal coal, and reject Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments, including Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument and Browns Canyon National Monument. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose efforts to remove a single species of fish from the federal fisheries management system. Support an amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bill, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015
FRESHER Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. 4215) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution. Oppose S. 1140 and S.J. Res 22, attacks on the Clean Water Act, the Army Corps and the EPAs recently finalized Clean Water rule, and the EPAs ability to protect the drinking water for millions of people. Support the Stream Protection Rule, the Department of Interiors effort to better protect mining communities from the harmful impacts of coal mining pollution.
FRESHER Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. xxxx) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Oppose S.1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution.
Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. 4215) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution. Oppose S. 1140 and S.J. Res 22, attacks on the Clean Water Act, the Army Corps and the EPAs recently finalized Clean Water rule, and the EPAs ability to protect the drinking water for millions of people. Support the Stream Protection Rule, the Department of Interiors effort to better protect mining communities from the harmful impacts of coal mining pollution.
Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. xxxx) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Oppose S.1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution.
Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. 4215) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution. Oppose S. 1140 and S.J. Res 22, attacks on the Clean Water Act, the Army Corps and the EPAs recently finalized Clean Water rule, and the EPAs ability to protect the drinking water for millions of people. Support the Stream Protection Rule, the Department of Interiors effort to better protect mining communities from the harmful impacts of coal mining pollution.
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. xxxx) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Oppose S.1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution.
Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Natural Gas Pipeline Permitting Reform Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments in the California desert. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose legislative efforts to remove the red snapper from the federal fisheries management system. Support the Tsongas amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bil, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support efforts from Senator Martin Heinrich and Congressman Raul Grijalva to update hardrock mining and reclamation laws. Oppose H.R.1937, the National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015, which would hide the mining industrys poor environmental practices on federal lands.
Natural Gas Pipeline Permitting Reform Act
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support Basin and Range, Berryessa Snow Mountain and Waco Mammoth national monuments Support Title V of the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015 Support updating the federal coal program through the Office of Natural Resources Revenue rulemaking, updating the royalty rate for federal coal, and reject Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments, including Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument and Browns Canyon National Monument. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose efforts to remove a single species of fish from the federal fisheries management system. Support an amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bill, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015
Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Improving Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Improving Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support Basin and Range, Berryessa Snow Mountain and Waco Mammoth national monuments Support Title V of the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015 Support updating the federal coal program through the Office of Natural Resources Revenue rulemaking, updating the royalty rate for federal coal, and reject Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments, including Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument and Browns Canyon National Monument. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose efforts to remove a single species of fish from the federal fisheries management system. Support an amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bill, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
Client: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS · Firm: LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments in the California desert. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose legislative efforts to remove the red snapper from the federal fisheries management system. Support the Tsongas amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bil, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support efforts from Senator Martin Heinrich and Congressman Raul Grijalva to update hardrock mining and reclamation laws. Oppose H.R.1937, the National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015, which would hide the mining industrys poor environmental practices on federal lands.
Oppose H.R.5538, the FY 17 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, oppose all anti-environmental amendments to the bill, and support all pro-environmental amendments to the bill. Oppose H.R. 4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17. Oppose H.R.4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Support the nomination of qualified judges to the U.S. Courts of Appeal. Oppose any balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution. Support President Obamas $750 million funding request for the Green Climate Fund and support efforts to proactively support funding for the GCF in the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill.
Urge President Obama to permanently protect the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans from the risks of offshore drilling. Urge President Obama to ensure no new leases in the Gulf of Mexico are included in the 2017 - 2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and immediately initiate a plan to pursue a just transition away from the fossil fuel economy and toward a clean energy economy for this region. Oppose the American Energy and Conservation Act of 2016, S. 3110, which expands revenue sharing from new offshore oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Oppose all efforts to undermine the Antiquities Act of 1906, including S. 437, S.1416, and S. 3317 Support the designation of new national monuments, including the Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts National Monument Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Urge Congress to oppose the inclusion of any ideological policy riders in spending legislation to address the urgent threat of Zika, including any language that undermines safeguards protecting communities from toxic pesticides in waterways. Oppose S.764, legislation on GMO labeling Support federal aid to the community of Flint, Michigan in response to the lead contamination Urge EPA to consider our views on two upcoming rulemakings-on risk evaluation and prioritization-that the agency plans to conduct under the newly enacted Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Urge the administration to strengthen the federal coal program [DOI] Oppose H.R. 5259, which would cut short the much needed review of our nations coal program and the important reforms put forward by the Department of Interior. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS). Raise significant concerns with S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose House Amendment to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose Senate motion to move to conference the House amendment on S.2012 with S. 2012. Support the Environmental Protection Agencys final rules to reduce methane pollution from new and modified sources in the oil and gas industry.
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water. Oppose H.R.5055, the FY2017 House Energy and Water Appropriations bill, which cuts clean energy funding and contained a slew of riders harmful to the environment. Oppose H.R.4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which would gut the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support pro-environment amendments (Polis #2, Norton #3, Pallone #5, Rush #7) and oppose anti-environment amendments (Whitfield #1). Oppose S. 2822 & S. 2072, bills the legislatively undermine the EPAs updated ozone standards. Support Senator Cardins package of legislation to address water quality, drinking water, and public health needs, as well as the House companions (H.R. 4797 and H.R. 4806). Support S. 2821, the TRUE LEADership Act, which aims to reduce lead exposure and poisoning in our air, water, homes, and communities. Oppose extension of the comment period for the Department of Transportations National Performance Management Measures, which requires agencies to estimate the pollution due to transportation plans.
Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17. Oppose H.R.4768, the Separation of Powers Restoration Act, which overturns more than 30 years of administrative law that have given deference to federal agencies to sensibly interpret our nations laws when there is ambiguity in the underlying statute. Support the nomination of qualified judges to the U.S. Courts of Appeal. Oppose any balanced budget amendment to the United States Constitution. Support President Obamas $750 million funding request for the Green Climate Fund and support efforts to proactively support funding for the GCF in the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill.
Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS). Raise significant concerns with S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose House Amendment to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act. Oppose Senate motion to move to conference the House amendment on S.2012 with S. 2012. Support the Environmental Protection Agencys final rules to reduce methane pollution from new and modified sources in the oil and gas industry.
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023 to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert. Support the expansion of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (MNM). Support H.R.4268, the Castner Range National Monument Act. Oppose H.R.5538, the FY2017 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which contains more than 30 riders attacking environmental legislation. Support the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)s proposed methane waste reduction rule. Support the Tsongas amendment to strike language overturning the public planning process for conserving the greater sage grouse from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Oppose iterations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) that would make significant portions of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge available to developers and gut environmental review in Puerto Rico. Support legislation sponsored by Representative James Clyburn (D-SC), which would establish the Penn School Reconstruction Era National Monument on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Support the designation of a new national monument in the Katahdin Region of Maine. Oppose draft versions of the Wildfire Budgeting, Response and forest Management Act of 2016, which delays efforts to transition to sustainable management of the Tongass National Forest.
Commend DOIs decision to remove Atlantic drilling and request that the Department of Interior remove all proposed lease sales in the Arctic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food. Oppose S.2533, the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act. Oppose H.Con.Res 89, which condemns the use of a carbon tax as a policy mechanism.
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Encourage the Obama administration to develop smart and reasonable methane standards for the oil and gas industry through EPA and Interior rulemakings, including the Methane and Waste Prevention Rule. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces and oppose legislative efforts to delay them, including the relevant section of S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. Support Senate Amendment 2965 to S.2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would increase funding for ARPA-E Support Senate Amendment 3115 to S.2012, which would establish a national energy efficiency resource standards (EERS).
Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Support the nomination of Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court of the United States Support a budget free of harmful riders. Support increasing the 302(b) allocation for the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies subcommittee to $33 billion in FY17.
Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act such as those contained in the Lee Amendment 3023to S.2012, and efforts to sell off public lands. Support Senate Amendment 3176 to S.2012, which would phase out fossil fuel subsidies and favorable tax treatments for coal and large producers of oil and gas over a four year period. Oppose efforts to legislatively delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act, including the Ribble amendment to H.R.2406. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act. Support efforts to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oppose efforts that would prohibit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from finalizing a rule regulating non-subsistence hunting in Alaska wildlife refuges Support ocean planning efforts through the National Ocean Policy Oppose HR 4313, the Historic Route Preservation Act Support three national monuments in the California desert.
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose Senate Amendment 2996 to S.2012, which would require federal agencies to eliminate an existing public protection before offering a new one. Oppose the Denying Americans the Right to Know (DARK) Act, which would prohibit states from being able to require the labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Oppose H.R.712, the Sunshine for Regulatory Decrees and Settlements Act of 2015, which would weaken environmental protections by undermining the federal rulemaking process. Oppose H.R.2406, the SHARE Act of 2015, which contains harmful measures undermining the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs ozone standards. Support international climate agreement reached in Paris in December 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 2609, the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, which would restrict consumers right to know about genetically modified organisms in their food.
Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule, including S.J.Res.22, the Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval. Oppose H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act, a bill that blocks protections for drinking water in mining communities. Oppose H.R.3797, the SENSE Act, which would weaken clean air protections for power plants burning coal refuse or waste. Support S. 2588, the Grants and Education To Tackle Homeowner Exposure to Lead Ensuring America Drinks Only from Unpolluted Taps Act of 2016 (GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2016), S. 2587, the Copper and Lead Evaluation and Reporting Act of 2016 (CLEAR Act), S. 2586, the Thorough Evaluation of State Testing to Kick-start Investigations before Damage is Suffered Act of 2016 (TEST KIDS Act), and S. 2583, the Firm, Unwavering National Dedication to Water Act of 2015 (FUND Water Act), that would address the problem of lead contamination in our nations drinking water.
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Oppose H.R.3, a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline. Oppose S.1., a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Urge the Obama administration to reject the Keystone XL pipeline and supported their determination that the pipeline was not in the nations interest. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the draft Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs Clean Power Plan, including H.R. 2042 and S. 1324, policy riders in the Interior-Environment Appropriations bills, and Congressional Review Act resolutions of disapproval (S.J.Res 23 and 24 and H.J. Res 68 and 71) Encourage the Obama administration to develop smart and reasonable methane standards for the oil and gas industry through EPA and Interior rulemakings. Support the extension of critical clean energy tax incentives, including the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credit. Oppose Arctic Ocean drilling by Shell or any other oil company. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior, support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule, and call for the rejection of Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces. Oppose any bill that would lift the Crude Oil Export Ban and incentivize further drilling on American soil and off our coasts, including H.R. 702. . Oppose S.2011, the Offshore Production and Energizing National Security (OPENS) Act of 2015. Support S. 1794, the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2015. Support S. 2238 the Keep It in the Ground Act of 2015. Oppose the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, and related anti-environment amendments, and support pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R.8, the North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015.
Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. 4215) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution. Oppose S. 1140 and S.J. Res 22, attacks on the Clean Water Act, the Army Corps and the EPAs recently finalized Clean Water rule, and the EPAs ability to protect the drinking water for millions of people. Support the Stream Protection Rule, the Department of Interiors effort to better protect mining communities from the harmful impacts of coal mining pollution.
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments in the California desert. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose legislative efforts to remove the red snapper from the federal fisheries management system. Support the Tsongas amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bil, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support efforts from Senator Martin Heinrich and Congressman Raul Grijalva to update hardrock mining and reclamation laws. Oppose H.R.1937, the National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015, which would hide the mining industrys poor environmental practices on federal lands.
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Support efforts to pass a budget deal that lifts the sequestration funding caps. Support efforts to pass an omnibus appropriations bill that contains robust funding for environmental programs and contains no anti-environmental policy riders.
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS via LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Oppose H.R.3, a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline. Oppose S.1., a bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Support for the Obama administrations Climate Action Plan, specifically the draft Clean Power Plan, which sets the first national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. Oppose efforts to legislatively undermine the EPAs Clean Power Plan, including H.R. 2042 and S. 1324 though policy riders in the Interior-Environment Appropriations bills. Support the Obama administrations efforts to develop smart and reasonable methane standards for the oil and gas industry through EPA and Interior rulemakings. Support the extension of critical clean energy tax incentives, including the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credit. Oppose Arctic Ocean drilling by Shell and any other oil company. Call for strong reforms to the federal coal leasing program overseen by the Department of the Interior. Support the Department of Energy setting increased efficiency standards for gas furnaces. Support Huffman amendment to Defense Appropriations Act to strike Section 8053 of the bill, which requires U.S. military facilities in Kaiserslautern Germany to use anthracite coal exported from a very specific location in the U.S. as the base load energy for heat. Oppose any bill that would lift the Crude Oil Export Ban. Oppose the Offshore Production and Energizing National Security (OPENS) Act of 2015. Support S1794, the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2015. Oppose the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, and related anti-environment amendments, and support pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R.8, the North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015.
Oppose H.R. 185, the Regulatory Accountability Act that jeopardizes public protections for our air, water, and food. Support the FRAC Act (H.R.1482, S. 785), which would close the loophole exempting fracking from the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Support the BREATHE Act (H.R. 1548), which closes loopholes in the Clean Air Act (CAA) that allow the oil and gas industry to emit significant amounts of toxic air pollution. Support the FRESHER Act (H.R. 1460), which would close the loophole that waives permit requirements for oil and gas development near waterways. Support the CLEANER Act, (H.R. xxxx) which closes the loophole in RCRA that allows toxic waste from oil and natural gas production to avoid hazardous waste requirements. Support the SHARED Act (H.R. 1548), which requires testing of water sources near planned oil and gas operations before fracking begins. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the United States proposed rule, which would clarify which waters deserve protection under the Clean Water Act, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to reduce harmful air pollution by updating ozone standards and push for strongest possible final rule. Support DOIs efforts to consider the effects of black carbon pollution on accelerating Arctic climate change as the department updates its air regulations. Oppose H.R. 2028, the FY2016 House Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill because it fails to restore funding for clean energy innovation and does not responsibly promote proper use of our water resources, while containing a slew of anti-environmental policy riders. Oppose S.Con.Res.11, the damaging House and Senate FY16 budget conference report. Oppose the destructive policy riders and deep funding cuts included in S. 1645, the Senate Fiscal Year 2016 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Oppose H.R. 2822, the House Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, which includes funding levels that are woefully inadequate to protect the environment and a bevy of policy riders that would weaken our bedrock environmental protections. Oppose S. 1140, the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, which seeks to undermine the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clean Water Rule to protect small streams and wetlands from pollution. Oppose S.1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015. Support the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers final Clean Water Rule, which clarifies Clean Water Act protections for small streams and wetlands, and oppose all Congressional attempts to block or undermine the rule. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from power plants by setting stringent Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Category. Support the EPAs efforts to regulate water pollution from the oil and gas industry by setting strong Effluent Limitation Guidelines and Standards for the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category Proposed Rule. Support H.R. 2983, the Drought Recovery and Resilience Act of 2015, which provides drought solutions that will benefit Californias communities, farmers, and the environment by investing in lasting water solutions like water recycling and stormwater capture. Oppose S. 1500, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015, which would eliminate Clean Water Act safeguards that protect our waterways and communities from excessive pesticide pollution.
Support H.R. 20, the Government for the People Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform Act of 2015. Oppose S.Con. Res. 11 and H. Con. Res. 27, the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Resolution, and related anti-environment amendments and support for pro-environment amendments. Oppose H.R. 50, the Unfunded Mandates Information and Transparency Act of 2015. Oppose S. 280, the Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose efforts to undermine environmental laws and regulations through international trade negotiations in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Oppose H.R. 1314, the Trade Act of 2015, and S.995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Accountability Act of 2015, which would fast track Congressional decisions on international trade agreements. Support efforts at the Departments of Commerce and Interior to better account for and more accurately evaluate the Outdoor Recreation Economy Support White House efforts to require federal contractors to disclose political contributions. Oppose all ideological policy riders in the FY2016 spending bills, as well as H.R.2822, the FY2016 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Funding Act.
Oppose Atlantic coast and Artic Ocean offshore drilling. Oppose H.R.1734, the Coal Combustion Residuals Regulation Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. Work to strengthen S. 697, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, to update the Toxic Substances Control Act to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Work to strengthen H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015, to better protect public health and the environment from toxic chemicals. Oppose S. 373, the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2015, which would undermine the ability to protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Oppose HR 348, the Responsibly and Professionally Invigorating Development (RAPID) Act of 2015 Oppose H.R.1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015
Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015 Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015 Support Basin and Range, Berryessa Snow Mountain and Waco Mammoth national monuments Support Title V of the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015 Support updating the federal coal program through the Office of Natural Resources Revenue rulemaking, updating the royalty rate for federal coal, and reject Alton Coals proposal to expand production on public lands. Support permanent protection for the Cashes Ledge Area and the New England Coral Canyons and Seamounts Area of the Atlantic Ocean Support S. 1971, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act Oppose H.R. 161, the Natural Gas Pipelines Permitting Reform Act. Support H.R. 239, the Udall-Eisenhower Arctic Wilderness Act, and other efforts to permanently protect the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Oppose H.R. 351, the LNG Export Permitting Certainty and Transparency Act. Oppose H.R. 399, the Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015. Support strong appropriations, permanent reauthorization and full dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support for the President to protect public lands through the designation of new national monuments, including Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument and Browns Canyon National Monument. Oppose legislative efforts to undermine public lands protections, including attacks on the Antiquities Act and efforts to sell off public lands. Support DOIs ONRR proposed rule to eliminate captive transactions for federal coal leases and support strengthening the final rule. Support for H.R.2554, the Continental Divide Wilderness and Recreation Act, which balances conservation values with maintaining the vibrant recreational economies in Colorados Summit and Eagle counties. Oppose efforts to remove a single species of fish from the federal fisheries management system. Support an amendment to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 that would strip out harmful language concerning the listing decision for the Greater sage grouse. Oppose the McCain Border Bill, S750, which would waive all laws on public lands within 100 miles of the border in Southern Arizona and parts of Southern California. Oppose S. 112, S. 292, S. 293, S. 468, S 655, S. 736, S. 855 and S. 1036, bills that would undermine essential species protection measures of the Endangered Species Act. Oppose destructive measures included in H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016 including undermining public land management, delisting endangered and threatened species, and delaying court-ordered listing decisions. Oppose Amendment 345 to H.R. 1735, the National Defense Authorization Act, which would unnecessarily complicate land management decisions made in and near military areas. Support S. 890, a bill to permanently reauthorize and provide full and mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Support, H.R. 1814, to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund Oppose H.R. 1335, a bill to reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Oppose H.R. 2898, the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015 Oppose S. 1691, the National Forest Ecosystem Improvement Act of 2015. Oppose H.R. 2647, the Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2015
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office