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Clean Water's 2026 Priorities in MD's legislative session
On Monday, Maryland’s legislative session ended after a whirlwind 90 days. We faced headwinds with a difficult financial picture as Marylanders grappled with the impact of the federal government’s layoffs and funding cuts. Clean Water Priorities Passed: HB0429/ SB0599: After a few years of effort, we finally passed legislation creating an On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant program! This bill, sponsored by Delegate Boyce and Senator Hester, builds on Maryland’s existing efforts to divert food waste from the trash by funding infrastructure and programs for on-farm composting, compost
Leading in the Organization that Helped Shape Me
As I adjust to my new role as President of Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund, a recurring question I hear is which projects or campaigns have inspired me most over the years. It’s hard to pick a favorite.
Lobbying in PFAS: Big Money is Poisoning our Water
Legislators answer to the people of Minnesota who expect safe drinking water, who don’t want toxic chemicals in children’s products, and who are tired of paying for corporate pollution. There are real issues demanding attention—corporate welfare disguised as regulatory “relief” should not be on the agenda.
Earth Month Origins: The Movement That Changed Our Water Forever
Each April, Earth Month builds on the legacy of Earth Day, first held on April 22, 1970, when an estimated 20 million Americans gathered in response to growing concerns about widespread environmental damage and limited laws in place to protect clean air, clean water, public health and pollution.
Pipes, Wipes, and the Potomac: Two Preventable Causes of a Sewage Spill
When people hear about a sewage spill, they often assume it’s an inevitability — a pipe that simply failed one day. Sometimes it is a simple act of bad luck or weather. But more often than you might realize, these breaks are avoidable. When we have proper investment and care for our infrastructure, we can fix these issues before they happen.
