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Democratic senators have spoken out against EPA’s proposal to repeal the 2009 endangerment finding – a science-based determination that enables forward progress on climate action and regulations that protect our health.

Trump’s EPA is dismantling the endangerment finding of the climate crisis | Alaska Beacon The Trump administration is considering the repeal of the historic Endangerment Finding, which concluded that six greenhouse gas emissions contribute to air pollution and endanger public health and we...

Repealing the endangerment finding will have negative consequences for communities across the U.S. Whatever your political affiliation, “the health of this planet and your communities should be one of the most critical issues.” alaskabeacon.com/2025/09/22/t...

Today, EPA is hearing comments on their decision to delay – without basis – the compliance deadline for the federal rule to #cutmethane. Watch it here:

OP-ED: Pa. has chance to reduce pollution and save lives If you find yourself thinking the weather keeps getting more frightening, you’d be right. The frequency and severity of weather events — heat waves, floods, windstorms, wildfires, droughts, etc.—are g...

"Now more than ever, Pennsylvania must take leadership to protect its residents from the harmful impacts of methane pollution by creating strong, long-lasting methane reduction standards."

E.P.A. Moves to Cancel $7 Billion in Grants for Solar Energy

The Trump administration is preparing to terminate $7 billion in federal grants intended to help low- and moderate-income families install solar panels on their homes, according to two people briefed on the matter.

EPA Delays Compliance with Methane Rule, Fulfilling Oil and Gas Industry’s Request - Inside Climate News Environmental advocacy groups have decried the “unlawful” move to push back caps on emissions of the super pollutant without first receiving public input.

Methane and other pollution from oil and gas sources is driving climate change impacts and worsening public health. EPA’s own data shows this, yet Administrator Zeldin is delaying commonsense safeguards to #CutMethane, putting frontline communities at risk.

Jen Mazzocco: Communities need help to cope with storms This spring, Western and Central Pennsylvania were struck hard by thunderstorms that damaged homes, felled trees, flooded roadways, and overwhelmed local infrastructure and resources already stretched...

ICYMI. “I’m grateful to the members of Congress who voted against cutting essential federal programs and funding that keep communities not just afloat, but able and empowered to plan for what’s ahead.” – Dormont Council President Jen Mazzocco for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Mind Over Methane: The No-Brainer Climate, Economic, and Health Solution YouTube video by Senate Environment & Public Works Committee

THANK YOU to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Dems for holding this public health-focused forum on why we need to #cutmethane from the oil and gas sector to protect our communities. Watch it here:

E.P.A. Is Said to Draft a Plan to End Its Ability to Fight Climate Change

The Trump administration has drafted a plan to repeal a fundamental scientific finding that gives the United States government its authority to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions and fight climate change.

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Pennsylvanians will see health, economic, and environmental benefits from strong standards to #cutmethane. Share why this is important to your community at tonight's Department of Environmental Protection virtual public meeting at 6:30 pm:

DOJ hits states with broad requests for voter rolls, election data Election clerks in both parties, who have been subject to harassment and lawsuits over Trump’s 2020 false election claims, worry about efforts to examine their voting machines.

The Trump administration and its allies have launched a multi-pronged effort to gather data on voters and inspect voting equipment, sparking concern among local and state election officials about federal interference ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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TONIGHT at 6:30 p.m. in Blue Bell: Stand up for clean air, climate action, and job growth. Tell the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection it’s time to #cutmethane now. Learn more:

Big Beautiful Bill Delays Commonsense Fee on Wasted Methane - Taxpayers for Common Sense

The methane fee was designed to hold the oil and gas industry accountable and would only have affected the biggest polluters. Unfortunately, the reconciliation bill doubles down on energy waste by postponing the fee and rolling back financial incentives for the oil and gas industry to #cutmethane.

Join us THURSDAY, 7/17 for a virtual briefing on how local, tribal, and state leaders can maintain forward progress despite federal cuts and rollbacks. @lawyers4goodgov.bsky.social Register here: www.appalachianleaders.org/virtual-events

Jen Mazzocco: Communities need help to cope with storms This spring, Western and Central Pennsylvania were struck hard by thunderstorms that damaged homes, felled trees, flooded roadways, and overwhelmed local infrastructure and resources already stretched...

“Underinvestment — coupled with the increasing impacts of a warming climate — has real, human consequences. W/o baseline support from the federal government, the divide between communities that can weather the next storm & those that cannot will only deepen.” - Dormont Council President Jen Mazzocco

Jen Mazzocco: Communities need help to cope with storms This spring, Western and Central Pennsylvania were struck hard by thunderstorms that damaged homes, felled trees, flooded roadways, and overwhelmed local infrastructure and resources already stretched...

Now that the federal reconciliation bill has passed, Dormont Council President Jen Mazzocco says local officials are concerned about their ability to handle increasingly severe climate impacts – like the storms that struck Pennsylvania this spring.

Local officials say they need more state funding after Trump's election security program cuts The findings come from an online survey of 858 local election officials from NYU's Brennan Center.

60% of local election officials are concerned about federal cuts to election security services, and 87% say it’s important for state and local government to provide additional resources to make up for the cut funds and support. Read more about our new local election official survey @axios.com.

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To reduce energy waste, protect frontline communities, and ensure a healthier climate future, Pennsylvania needs strong safeguards to #cutmethane. Join the PA Department of Environmental Protection’s public hearing TODAY at NOON ET and share why this matters to your communities:

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TODAY at 6:30 p.m. ET in Williamsport: You have the opportunity to tell Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection why we need to #cutmethane to protect Pennsylvanians' public health and economy. Learn more: www.pa.gov/agencies/dep...

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Today at 12 p.m. ET in Harrisburg, the PA Department of Environmental Protection will hold a public meeting where you can learn more about Pennsylvania's plan to #cutmethane and share your feedback. More information here:

Reconciliation Passage Media Statement, 7-3-25 — Appalachian Leaders Network

We thank the members of Congress who voted in the interests of the public, our democracy, and a healthy climate by opposing the reconciliation bill. Read our statement:

We are partnering with CC4CA to host a virtual briefing July 17 with @lawyers4goodgov.bsky.social and National League of Cities on the federal budget and what it means for local, tribal, and state governments. Register at www.appalachianleaders.org/virtual-events

Senate Reconciliation Vote Media Statement, 7-1-25 — Appalachian Leaders Network

Today, the Senate passed its version of the reconciliation bill. Local, tribal, and state elected officials depend on federal programs and support to advance clean energy transitions, protect public health and our climate, hold free and fair elections, and so much more. Read our statement:

Reducing Emissions of Methane and Other Pollution from Oil and Natural Gas Operations Reducing Emissions of Methane and Other Pollution from Oil and Natural Gas Operations

Want to learn more about Pennsylvania’s plans to #cutmethane from the oil and gas sector? The PA Department of Environmental Protection will hold a public hearing tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET in Titusville. Click here for info on participating in this meeting and additional upcoming hearings: