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2023: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Legal Planet

A lot has happened this year, with political turmoil in the House of Representatives, indictments of Donald Trump and associates, and a close scrape with default on the national debt. California enacted two major laws requiring corporations to disclose their carbon emissions and financial risks relating to climate change.

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California Enacts Major Water Law Reform Legislation–But More Changes Are Needed

Legal Planet

The California Legislature has enacted and Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed into law SB 389 , an important water law reform measure authored by State Senator Ben Allen. SB 389 is part of a broader initiative by the Legislature–and public interest groups–to reform and update California’s water laws.

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In Iowa, a Tale of Politics, Power, and Contaminated Water

Circle of Blue

In Iowa, a Tale of Politics, Power, and Contaminated Water Lawmakers silence Chris Jones, a prominent University of Iowa water quality researcher. By Keith Schneider, Circle of Blue – May 25, 2023 IOWA CITY, IOWA – Here in the heart of US farm country, the wretched quality of Iowa waterways is a well-known lament.

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Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- Gov. Kevin Boyle For PFA Violation -- TribLive Editorial: Mental Health Is More Important Than Political Power [Rep. Shapiro -- Spotlight PA: Gov. Kevin Boyle, Subject Of Arrest Warrant -- Inquirer: Warrant Issued For Arrest Of Democratic Rep. National- $3.67

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European Parliament and Council Reach Political Agreement on Right to Repair Directive

Clean Energy Law

The directive was proposed in March 2023 by the European Commission [1] (Commission), seeking to deliver on environmental targets outlined in the European Green Deal, specifically regarding sustainable consumption and the circular economy. Latham & Watkins will continue to monitor developments in this area.

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The Year Ahead in California Climate Laws

Legal Planet

As we’re contemplating the legislative year to come, it is important to understand the political landscape surrounding this legislative session. All told, Governor Newsom is proposing California scale back climate funding by about 7 percent ( compared to the 2023 budget ) to $48.3

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Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- Top Stories Of 2023 -- PA Capital-Star: Top 10 PA Legislative Stories From 2023 -- City & State PA: Where 2023 Storylines Stand Going Into The New Year -- PA Capital-Star: Top 5 Stores From Gov. Shapiro -- PA Capital-Star: Top 5 Stores From Gov.