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.

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:

"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."

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.

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.

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

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:

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.

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:

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.

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:

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

“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

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.

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.

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:

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...

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:

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

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:

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:

TODAY at 6:30 p.m. in Washington, PA, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Quality will hold the first in a series of public meetings on a proposed plan to #cutmethane from the oil and gas sector. Learn more about the plan and how to attend here: www.pa.gov/agencies/dep...

TAKE ACTION: Find a pre-written letter form to your member of Congress here! loom.ly/lOD3gdI LEARN MORE: Find in-depth factsheets about how budget cuts would impact Ohio here! loom.ly/r1YaqbQ #Ohio #Reconciliation #BudgetCuts #TakeAction

TAKE ACTION: Find a pre-written letter form to your member of Congress here! loom.ly/lOD3gdI LEARN MORE: Find in-depth factsheets about how budget cuts would impact Pennsylvania here! loom.ly/PjsjN2M #Pennsylvania #Reconciliation #BudgetCuts #TakeAction

Federal infrastructure funding has created jobs, lowered energy costs, and boosted clean energy projects in Appalachia. Now that progress is at risk with #reconciliation. See what’s at stake in WV through this report by @reimagineappal8ia.bsky.social and Keystone Research Center: loom.ly/L5mLTS8

Pennsylvania, where over 1 million tons of methane are emitted each year by the oil and gas industry, is one of the many states that would suffer from the weakening or delay of the Methane Emissions Reduction Program and Waste Emissions Charge. #cutmethane

The Waste Emissions Charge – a commonsense fee to #cutmethane that would only affect the biggest polluters – is under threat in the proposed budget reconciliation bill. Delaying or obstructing implementation of vital climate protections like these defies public consensus and puts our future at risk.

"The Methane Emissions Reduction Program limits leaks and flaring from oil and gas sites. That's important in Pennsylvania, where over 1 million tons of methane escape each year." #cutmethane

ALN Advisory Council Chair and Pittsburgh City Council member Erika Strassburger on the recent politically motivated attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses:

ALN condemns violence like the attacks against two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend. We remain committed to working together to realize a democracy where elected officials can serve their communities without fear. Read our statement:

If the courts agree with EPA’s proposed threshold for what is a “significant” contribution to air pollution, the agency could stop regulating climate pollution from multiple sources, setting a dangerous precedent for future administrations.

"Heinrich noted that states often don’t have adequate resources to adequately manage the parks that are now under federal control, parks that he said accomplish important conservation and other objectives and 'tell the complex story of our nation.'"

NEW: Earthworks and Gas Leaks Project have relaunched their project #BigGasPolluters, a website and digital campaign focused on oil and gas industry accountability that underscores the urgent need to #cutmethane. More here: biggaspolluters.org

ICYMI. For the first time, scientists have mapped groundwater variables nationally to understand which aquifers are most vulnerable to contamination from orphan wells - and those in Appalachia were found to be particularly susceptible.

A bipartisan group of current and former elected officials said the continued use of fossil fuels threatens global security and they want funding for climate investments restored.

Researchers found that Pennsylvanian aquifers, which span several Appalachian states including Pennsylvania, present the “maximum confluence” of risk factors.

"Many small, rural communities applied for federal money because they have no other option. For many, federal funding is the only source large enough to update aging infrastructure that's vulnerable to increasingly intense disasters."

"Most of the programs that had canceled grants appear to pertain to environmental justice, including programs that enable things like pollution monitoring, prevention and cleanup in communities."