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Baltimore City Council Poised to Support EPA, MDE Requirements for Sewage Backup Assistance Program

January 13, 2025

Final Decision Rests with Mayor Scott and Baltimore City DPW

Tonight, the Baltimore City Council will vote on a resolution to support expanded access to the City’s Sewage Onsite Support program, an action that would provide relief for hundreds of Baltimore residents annually who experience

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More Can Be Done for Water Affordability With California’s Budget

January 10, 2025

“While the Governor’s budget provides a narrative commitment to addressing high energy bills, high water bills are not discussed,” says Jennifer Clary, California Director, Clean Water Action. “These bills have been rising faster than inflation for the past 2 decades; It’s past time to address this problem. We urge the governor and legislature to similarly commit to work with us on this issue.”

Connie St. John Brings Visionary Leadership to Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund as Major Gifts Officer

January 14, 2025

Washington DC – Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are thrilled to announce Connie St. John as their new Major Gifts Officer. Connie will steward the generous donors whose support fuels the vital work of both organizations. Based in the national DC office, she will work under the leadership of Development Director Andrea Herrmann.

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Clean Water Action Announces New State Director, Emily Howe

January 8, 2025

Clean Water Action enters the 2025 legislative session with a seasoned State House insider at the helm, Emily Howe. Emily has been serving as Clean Water’s Interim State Director since June 2024 and was most recently the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Democratic Party.

Amara’s Law bans non-essential uses of toxic PFAS, and there’s an exemption process through the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for situations where alternatives aren’t available. These legislators clearly haven’t read the law. It passed with bipartisan support and has the backing of many Minnesotans, businesses, and advocate groups.

Amara’s Law Supporters Push Back Against Threats

January 10, 2025

"Today, Minnesota said loud and clear that we refuse to allow another generation of Minnesotans to suffer due to PFAS exposure. Today we put our environment, our families, and our tax dollars first."

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