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Trump & Hegseth are punishing an American company because it won’t give them the tools to conduct mass surveillance on the American people. This is Big Brother on steroids & it should scare the hell out of us. Our liberties are at stake, we cannot let this go unchecked. axios.com/2026/02/25/ant…

Over 20 organizations are urging lawmakers not to rollback protections that help keep harmful pollutants out of our water. Read our press release on why SB371/HB395 would weaken the Department of the Environment in favor of corporation interests: foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/02/10/gro…

There's no such thing as flushable wipes! 📣📣📣 nbcwashington.com/news/local/wip…

We just finished testifying in the Senate for #SaferSeptics - & tomorrow, we'll be back in the House! #mdga26 Tell your representatives to pass this bill to find & fix failing septic systems. #ProtectCleanWater, our drinking water, from untreated sewage! cleanwater.org/actions/safer-…

Read the letter here: #tsca-legislator-letter" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">saferstates.org/market-and-fed…

Over 300 state legislators across the country are pushing back against industry efforts to weaken #TSCA. TY to @delegate_dylan, @BenBrooksSr, @FoleyFor15, @SaraLove4MD, @SheilaRuthD44B, & @JenTerrasa for joining. The message to Congress: stand with communities, not polluters.

RSVP here to receive the zoom link for the 2026 Maryland Environmental Legislative Summit! You'll hear about the environmental community's top priorities for #mdga26 - including the #CherishOurCommunities Act and the #MDBottleBill! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

NOW VIRTUAL! Join us Wednesday evening for the 2026 Maryland Environmental Legislative Summit to hear about the environmental community's top priorities for #mdga26 - including two of our top priorities, the #CherishOurCommunities Act and the #MDBottleBill! RSVP below 👇

It only takes 1 teaspoon of road salt to contaminate 5 gallons of water! How much salt do you think will be used this weekend in your neighborhood? Remember to #SaltSmart, #LessIsMore! #SaltWise #SaltWeek #WinterSaltWeek2026

Maryland can't keep sacrificing communities with more and more pollution. We need to pass the #CherishOurCommunities Act! #mdga26 Take action today - contact your representatives here. cleanwater.org/actions/suppor…

“In the upper end of the county, which they would consider to be God’s country, if they don’t want something … they’ll shove it down into my district. And I don’t think that that’s right for my constituents.” Del. Johnson on a proposed gas plant: #mdga26 marylandmatters.org/2026/01/19/per…

"This quote, among others, highlights Dr. King’s lived understanding that “wait and see” almost never works. It requires bravery, conviction, and sacrifice to create meaningful change." Read more from Janée Kelly, our Organizational Culture Director: cleanwater.org/2026/01/14/dr-…

Another 16-year delay to end sewage overflows in Baltimore? Enough is enough, say @BlueWaterBmore and other groups. tinyurl.com/bdv3a9xp The @MayorBMScott administration says it needs until 2046 to complete repairs first ordered in 2002. #ConsentDecreeMeetingHappeningTonight

MDE has extended the public comment period for stormwater regulations to Jan 30. Join our final virtual listening session on Jan 20, 2026, from 6PM to 8PM. No registration needed! Link: buff.ly/5MtjOgV. Help protect Maryland’s waterways. More info: buff.ly/cEz1Wt5

Today marks the start of MD's 90-day legislative session. #mdga26 We're working for #EnvironmentalJustice, #ZeroWaste, #SaferSeptics, & #PFAS protections! Learn more about our top priorities & take action: cleanwater.org/2026/01/14/our…

Composting reduces the burden on our landfills and goes a long way to combatting climate change.

Septic systems are a critical piece of wastewater infrastructure, but problems that risk drinking water safety can go unnoticed because septic systems are underground. Tell your legislators: we need inspections! #mdga26 #SaferSeptics #ProtectCleanWater cleanwater.org/actions/safer-…

"True energy justice requires shifting away from a system that privatizes profit while socializing risk and long-term costs onto everyday residents." Clean Water Action MA Director Cynthia Mendes speaks out against National Grid's bid to hike rates. bostonglobe.com/2026/01/01/opi…

If you have a Christmas tree in your home, be sure to #recycle. Don't let your tree turn into greenhouse gasses in the landfill or incinerator! #ZeroWaste Here's where & how to recycle your Christmas tree across central MD: thebanner.com/community/loca…

Recycle your Christmas tree with your curbside collections! Tips to ensure Christmas tree pick-up: 1️⃣ Remove the stand and all decorations. 2️⃣ Remove all metal attached to your tree. 3️⃣ Remove any plastic bags from your tree. For more info, visit: bit.ly/2XvFtu1