Global Warming

LWVUS Position: Global Warming

The LWV of the United States believes that Global climate change is one of the most serious threats to the environment, health and economy of our nation. LWVUS supports initiatives to reduce emissions of heat-trapping gases; such actions will reduce the threat of global warming, combat air pollution, increase energy security and create new jobs.

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RSC (2009-4) Global Warming

SB 278 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Act of 2009 (RSC1) passed the Senate with a vote of 36 – 9.  Its companion HB 315 is awaiting action in the ENV committee.
 
SB 212 Environment – Green Building Council (RSC3) passed the Senate with a vote of 46 – 0.  HB 154 has added the APP to HGO for hearing, but none has been scheduled. 

HB315 – GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTION ACT OF 2009 support

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