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Statement: California Legislature approves bills to strengthen state bag ban
STATEMENT: California Legislature approves statewide clothing recycling program
The Responsible Textile Recovery Act would establish the first such program in the United States, and the strongest in the world.
NEWS RELEASE: Energy Department’s updated appliance standards will save households more than $100 annually
National energy efficiency standards apply to air conditioners, clothes dryers, refrigerators, water heaters, other everyday appliances
STATEMENT: EPA releases $26 million to get the lead out of schools’ water
The U.S. EPA announced Thursday that it is releasing $26 million to help schools and child care centers reduce lead in water.
NEW TIP GUIDE FOR PARENTS, STUDENTS: How to save money on textbooks this new school year
For the fall term, the Student PIRGs and U.S. PIRG Education Fund have released a new back to school guide to help navigate the textbook marketplace.
STATEMENT: Medicare drug price negotiation will result in dramatic savings for patients
By February 1, 2025, CMS will select up to 15 additional drugs covered under Medicare Part D for negotiation.
Fake reviews: New FTC rules carry stiff fines, should help consumers find truthful information
New online resource: Interactive map reveals locations of plastic production facilities
Dozens of factories across U.S. produce plastic pellets that damage environment.
New resource: America’s best places to recharge
Interactive map spotlights state, national parks with access to electric vehicle charging
(Webinar synopsis) Ambulance emergency: Time to remedy ambulance surprise billing
Expert advisory committee soon to release report for Congressional solutions