Environment
Burning, polluted rivers and visibly polluted air were some of the factors that led to the first major environmental laws in our country. Environment and public health are closely linked and although the days of pouring chemicals into waterways and air pollution as thick as pea soup have passed there are still many challenges facing our environment and affecting public health. Aging transportation and water systems should be replaced to improve air and water quality. We need to protect our National Parks and other American public lands in order to preserve the unique diversity of plant and animal life, as well as our cultural heritage. And we should work to develop our cities, communities and rural areas more sustainably, including with more sustainable agricultural practices.
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WASHINGTON, D.C.—The House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) welcomes to its ranks freshman Congresswoman Ann McLane Kuster of New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District. The Congresswoman and her family have a long history of supporting conservation and environmental stewardship in New Hampshire and her membership in SEEC will continue this legacy.
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Members of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) said Friday's House vote to open more of the nation's shoreline was "reckless and unnecessary," calling it yet another giveaway to the oil industry at taxpayers' expense.
The House of Representatives passed H.R. 2231 by a vote of 235 to 186. President Obama has threatened to veto the bill if it reaches his desk in its present form.
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) welcomes to its ranks freshman Congressman John K. Delaney of Maryland’s 6th Congressional District.