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Screven County commissioners readopt six-month landfill moratorium, authorize litigation with Sylvania During executive session on June 23, the Screven County Board of Commissioners readopted a six-month moratorium on landfill applications and voted to expedite litigation with the City of Sylvania; both motions carried unanimously after the board returned to public session.

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Screven County officials have just renewed a six-month moratorium on landfill applications while gearing up for expedited litigation against the City of Sylvania!

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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Committee sends producer-responsibility recycling bill to Energy after amendments and industry testimony Senate Bill 0269, a recycling and producer-responsibility measure presented by Senator Sutherland, was amended in committee (including shortening an advisory board sunrise from three years to two) and moved to the Energy committee with a positive recommendation after industry testimony raised concerns about mandatory program costs.

Senate Bill 0269 aims to revolutionize recycling in Tennessee, but industry experts are raising red flags about the potential costs of mandatory compliance.

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Citizen Portal News Arizona

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Committee approves $100,000 feasibility study for brackish groundwater sites; ADWR says technical and regulatory hurdles remain House Bill 2056 would appropriate $100,000 for a feasibility study of potential brackish groundwater desalination sites; ADWR said brackish groundwater is regulated as groundwater, may not be a new source, and that feasibility work on operation, brine disposal and economics would be new for the agency.

Arizona lawmakers are taking a bold step towards addressing water scarcity with a $100,000 feasibility study for brackish groundwater desalination, but challenges loom ahead!

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Rob McConnell

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Rob McConnell Interviews - WAYNE BRILLHART - Science Teacher Says Forget About Your Carbon Footprint Wayne Brillhart is a science teacher and commentator who has expressed critical views about the concept of the personal carbon footprint and its role in environmental policy discussions. In talks and commentary such as Forget About Your Carbon Footprint, Brillhart argues that focusing on individual behavior can sometimes distract from larger industrial, economic, and policy factors that contribute to global environmental change. His perspective encourages debate about responsibility, scientific interpretation, and how environmental solutions should be structured at societal and governmental levels.

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Senate adopts amendments to annual accounts bill, restores Andy Hill Cancer Research funding The Senate adopted multiple amendments to House Bill 2,675, closing unused accounts and adding amendments to restore funding language for the Andy Hill Cancer Research account while debating removal of a warm-water fisheries account.

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The Senate's heated debate over House Bill 2,675 could reshape funding for vital programs, including a contentious amendment that may jeopardize decades of support for warm-water fisheries.

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King County committee examines three I&I policy paths as staff warns private property drives most of the problem On March 4, staff briefed the Regional Wastewater Quality Committee on the RWSP update’s I&I (infiltration and inflow) policy memos and three options: maintain current practice, target incentives in high‑I&I areas, or impose systemwide flow limits with penalties. Members pressed staff for a fuller cost–benefit analysis that includes treatment and O&M costs.

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King County is grappling with a costly issue as excessive private property infiltration and inflow into the sewer system could lead to $1.7 billion in necessary upgrades.

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Citizen Portal News Louisiana

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6 days ago

Panel urges formal 24-hour reporting, clearer interagency communication and adaptive containment steps for CWD Task force members recommended formalizing notification between LDWF and LDAF (and APHIS), discussed 24-hour reporting of positives, and debated containment triggers including whether to use parish boundaries, adaptive buffers, or Arkansas-style county tiers; staff were asked to draft options.

A legislative task force is pushing for a bold overhaul in chronic wasting disease reporting and containment strategies to restore public trust and safeguard local wildlife.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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Gary council schedules March 12 forum on data centers; environmental expert to present Vice President Darren Washington announced a public forum March 12 at the Public Safety Community Room to discuss data centers’ benefits, costs and liabilities; Sam Carpenter of the Hoosier Environmental Council will present environmental perspectives.

Gary residents, mark your calendars for March 12 at 5:30 p.m. to engage in a crucial discussion about the future of data centers in your community!

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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Votes at a glance: House advances broad slate of bills on third reading On Feb. 22 the Maryland House advanced a large number of bills on third reading across environment, public safety, elections, licensing, and local government. Multiple bills passed by recorded roll calls; several garnered brief debate or "explain my vote" statements before passage.

The Maryland House of Delegates just passed a sweeping array of bills that could shape the future of public safety, environmental policy, and election laws!

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Votes at a glance: several Senate bills advanced and passed on the House floor The House advanced and passed a batch of Senate bills on third reading after floor amendments and brief debate, including S.B. 62‑46 (emissions), S.B. 50‑68 (work authorization changes for certain public employers), S.B. 61‑94 (hospital payments), and multiple bills on property tax and public safety. Vote tallies are listed below.

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The House made pivotal moves by advancing key Senate bills that could reshape emissions regulations, work authorizations, and healthcare funding in Washington!

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Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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Subcommittee OKs bill to extend landing/safety rules to Santee Cooper reservoirs The Wildlife Subcommittee voted 4-0 to send Senate Bill 463 to the full committee after DNR testimony that the measure would add public-service-authority lakes (notably Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie) to an existing enforcement provision in Title 50; applicability depends on signage being in place.

A significant step for South Carolina's waterways as the Wildlife Subcommittee unanimously approves a bill extending safety rules to public-service lakes like Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie!

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Citizen Portal News Illinois

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1 week ago

Kane County staff detail sweeping stormwater ordinance updates on solar, wetlands and modeling; public review planned Kane County staff presented a package of proposed revisions to the countywide stormwater ordinance — covering BMP triggers, ground‑mounted solar, modeling standards and wetland mitigation practices — and said they will circulate draft language for a 45‑day public review and a public hearing in early summer.

Kane County is poised to overhaul its stormwater ordinance, introducing significant changes that could reshape how solar arrays and wetlands are managed!

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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Committee gives unanimous favorable recommendation to SCR 1 supporting expanded nuclear work in Utah The House Public Utilities and Energy Standing Committee on March 2 recommended favorably on SCR 1, a concurrent resolution expressing Utah's intent to pursue additional authorities in the nuclear fuel cycle; DEQ said it issued a first license to Valor Atomics and is engaging the NRC.

Utah is poised to take a bold leap into the nuclear fuel cycle, signaling readiness for expanded regulatory powers and partnerships with federal agencies.

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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NRDC witness urges Vermont to bar chemical conversion, phase out DHP in medical devices and curb microplastics Renee Sharp of the Natural Resources Defense Council testified in support of S-247, urging bans on chemical conversion technologies, phased limits on DHP in IV bags and tubing, and restrictions on certain microplastics in personal-care products; she recommended strengthening the bill’s microplastic provisions.

Renee Sharp warns that Vermont must reject toxic chemical conversion technologies and phase out harmful plastics to protect public health and the environment.

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Committee hears bill to reauthorize and expand Georgia conservation tax credit through 2031 Sponsor presented HB 1148 to reauthorize the state's conservation tax credit through 2031, raise the credit from 25% to 50% of appraised value, cap credits at $500,000 for individuals and $1,000,000 for partnerships, and establish a laddered $25 million annual aggregate cap; land trusts and conservation groups urged support and said process changes would speed approvals.

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Georgia's HB 1148 aims to boost conservation efforts by increasing tax credits for landowners and streamlining application processes, potentially saving precious habitats across the state.

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Georgia panel hears bill to extend and expand conservation tax credit Representative Chaz Cannon told the Ways & Means subcommittee HB 11486 would reauthorize Georgia’s conservation tax credit through 2031, raise the credit to 50% of fair-market value for permanently restricted land and set aggregate annual credits at $30 million; the committee advanced the matter after brief questions about appraisals and administration.

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Georgia's conservation tax credit could get a major boost, increasing from 25% to 50% and extending through 2031—what does this mean for land protection?

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Marine Enthusiasts

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Hello Whales, Seals, & Moray Eels! Welcome to Episode 25 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extraordinarily fortunate to sit down with Marine Biologist, Marine Ecologist, Author, Professor, Researcher, & Ocean Conservationist Dr. James Lindholm! Dr. James Lindholm is a marine biologist, marine ecologist, author, professor, ocean conservationist, & scuba diver from Southern California who graciously donated his time to join us on the Marine Enthusiasts. In today’s episode we discuss his illustrious career, his astounding experiences underwater, his research across the United States, his experiences in marine policy, his fascinating fiction series featuring character Chris Black, & his advice for young passionate marine enthusiasts looking to make their way in the field. Sit back, relax, crack open a can of cola, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! For questions, comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to email us at marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail.com. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0uDtVFiKUSWkTw8Q2GWl4C?si=oxBx4PxrRF2OXFGajAvRsw

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Senate committee advances bill to clarify 'prescribed burning' and state authority over silviculture The Natural Resources committee advanced House Bill 983, filed at the request of the Georgia Forestry Commission, to more clearly define 'prescribed burning' for silviculture, confirm the Commission's authorization role, and codify training for certified burners. The committee approved the measure by voice/hand vote.

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The Senate Natural Resources Committee has taken a significant step to clarify the rules around "prescribed burning," aiming to eliminate confusion for landowners and ensure proper training for certified burners.

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