Category: Legislative

PRESS RELEASE: Save the Sound Reacts to Proposed Repeal of Endangerment Finding: “Overwhelming evidence that greenhouse gas emissions” endanger human health

After Tuesday’s announcement that the Trump administration intends to repeal the endangerment finding, which is foundational to the federal government’s ability to enforce limits on greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles, Charles Rothenberger, Save the Sound’s in-house climate and energy attorney and director of Connecticut Government Relations, responded to this setback. “The endangerment finding is […]

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Protecting economically distressed communities from unfair environmental burdens

We all know that some communities deal with more pollution than others—and that some have an easier time getting their voices heard than others. Here in the Long Island Sound region, New York and Connecticut recognize this via state law.  In enacting the 2022 Environmental Justice Siting Law, the New York State Legislature recognized that […]

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Press Release: NYS Assembly misses big opportunities for environment and human health; Save the Sound concerned

On the final night of the 2025 legislative session, the New York State Assembly had the chance to pass bills that would cut plastic waste by 30% over the next 12 years and ban the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in a range of everyday products from nonstick cookware to cosmetics to dental floss. […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Save the Sound Applauds NYS Legislature for Passing Westchester Sewer Bill

Larchmont, NY — Save the Sound applauds the New York State Assembly’s passage of a bill related to sewer districts in Westchester County, just a day after the bill passed the Senate. Sponsored by Senator Shelley Mayer and Assemblymember Amy Paulin, S7927A/A1004 will allow the New Rochelle Sewer District to explore the option of transferring […]

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Press Release: Save the Sound Pans Passage of Parkland Alienation Bill by NYS Legislature

 Save the Sound was disappointed today when, in a span of less than 16 hours, the New York State Senate and Assembly passed parkland alienation legislation that would discontinue the use of at least 19 acres of public parkland in Ferry Point Park in the Bronx. The purpose of the alienation is to make way […]

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MIDNIGHT WRAP-UP: Environmental Outcomes of the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session

Wins on climate, steps toward healthier waters, and successful protection of your environmental rights New Haven, CT – The 2025 Connecticut State Legislative Session was a positive one for our environment. After several years of inaction, the legislature passed two climate bills, working to get us back on track toward our climate goals. Bills to […]

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Young Climate Champions: Announcing the Winners of the Student Climate Poster Contest

Hartford, CT—Colorful posters dotted the lobby of the State Capitol yesterday as advocates, students, and supporters gathered to vote for the winner of the 2025 Student Climate Poster Contest. With over 40 posters submitted, 12 finalists were selected by a team of judges including State Representative John-Michael Parker.  “As both an advocate for climate action […]

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Connecticut High School Students and Veterans Call for Passage of SB 1243 to Increase Access to Public Transportation

Hartford, CT— High school students gathered at the State Capitol today in support of SB 1243, An Act Concerning Bus Public Transportation Services for Veterans and High School Students. This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a discount program for public transportation bus passes for high school students and would exempt veterans […]

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