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Environmental, Consumer and Housing Organizations Applaud House for Passing Legislation to Expand and Strengthen the EmPOWER Energy Efficiency Program
Regulated utilities spend millions on political influence in Maryland
Statement: New bill will tackle large threat posed by tiny plastics
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STATEMENT: FDA says PFAS completely phased out of U.S. food packaging
Companies had used toxic ‘forever chemicals’ to protect paper, cardboard from grease
Consumer and Environmental Advocates Call on Maryland Legislature to Pass Legislation to Restrict How Utility Companies Can Spend Ratepayer Money
The Utility Transparency and Accountability Act is scheduled for hearings in the Maryland House of Delegates and State Senate Committees today (2-22-24)
REPORT: States are getting failing grades for privacy
Maryland has opportunity to have 2nd strongest law in the nation and protect consumers’ personal data
Maryland Senate Fails to Introduce Legislation that Strengthens the EmPOWER Maryland Energy Efficiency Program
Coalition applauds House of Delegates’ effort to protect consumers and advance state climate goals
Statement: Biden administration reins in deadly air pollution
New limits on soot will save thousands of lives
Statement: EPA proposes to designate PFAS as hazardous substances
Proposal would better enable regulators to address ‘forever chemicals’ under nation’s hazardous waste law.
Looking ahead: protecting the climate, nature and consumers in 2024
A glance at PIRG's, Environment America's plans to serve the public interest in the new year
Year in review: PIRG’s 2023 highlights
PIRG, its state groups celebrate national, state, local victories for the public interest
STATEMENT: BGE to Raise Rates by $400 Million in Multi-Year Rate Hike
Consumer group calls on regulators and policymakers to re-evaluate gas spending
NEW REPORT: Maryland’s public campaign financing programs encourage, empower small donors
Small donor public financing programs in Montgomery and Howard Counties are working as intended in local elections, encouraging more people to contribute to candidates and reducing the role of large donors.