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Review of Beaver Land

By Jason Capello | August 22, 2024

Reading Suggestion: The Naturalist Series  This is the 25th installment in our What’s on your mind? blog series and was written by CCJ Community Advocate Jason Capello. Have something on your mind? Write about it! Please read this blog for more information. Beaver Land: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip explores the profound impact of beavers on […]

The History of Road Dumping and Why Pennsylvania Should Ban It

By Jason Capello | May 29, 2024

Ted Auch, FracTracker Alliance, 2015. There is a long history of regulating “road dumping” which, essentially, is the disposal of oil and gas wastewater onto public roads. Due to some legislative loopholes, the by-product from conventional and unconventional drilling was legally allowed to be released on public roads, despite the number and concentration of harmful […]

Just Transition and the Green Manufacturing Boom

By Jason Capello | May 14, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of global energy, the transition towards renewable resources is murky and unclear. Yet, amidst this transformation, it’s imperative to ensure that no one is left behind. This concept is encapsulated in the notion of a “just transition,” which not only emphasizes environmental sustainability but also prioritizes social equity and economic justice. […]

What is the Whole Home Repairs Program?

By Jason Capello | March 22, 2024

You may have heard a lot about the Whole-Home Repairs program lately – Governor Shapiro mentioned it twice in his budget proposal for the year, CCJ sent out action alert emails to show support for properly funding the program, and Senator Fetterman recently introduced a bill to pilot a federal version of the program. But […]

What are Legislative Committees and How Do They Affect You?

By Jason Capello | March 6, 2024

Legislative committees are an integral part of the democratic process in the United States. They are groups of legislators assigned to study, debate, and amend proposed bills before they are presented to the full House or Senate for a vote. The PA House and Senate write and enact legislation. Each legislative chamber has mirroring committees […]

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