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Supreme Court may end Chevron doctrine. These states have already done it

"The sky has not fallen” in a dozen states that have eliminated agency deference, one conservative lawyer said.
Why the latest abortion pill ruling has enviros rolling their eyes

Why the latest abortion pill ruling has enviros rolling their eyes

The newest federal court ruling on abortion pills is gaining attention for one judge’s unorthodox argument — one that equated anti-abortion activists to wildlife lovers.

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Albert C. Lin: The Supreme Court just shriveled federal protection for wetlands, leaving many of these valuable ecosystems at risk

In Sackett v. EPA, a suit filed by two homeowners who filled in wetlands on their property, the Supreme Court has drastically narrowed the definition of which wetlands qualify for federal protection.
Democrats try to salvage Manchin’s deal on energy permitting reform

Democrats try to salvage Manchin’s deal on energy permitting reform

A bill from Sen. Joe Manchin III (D-W.Va.) to overhaul the permitting process for energy infrastructure could be included in a defense policy measure.
Oil and gas operator pays millions for Clean Air Act violations

Oil and gas operator pays millions for Clean Air Act violations

Public prosecution 'a great model' for future suits against polluters.
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Should the ocean have legal rights?

Human activities have put the ocean in serious trouble. A bold, Rights of Nature-based proposal aims to turn the tide.
Remedies for harmful algal blooms are available in law and practice

Remedies for harmful algal blooms are available in law and practice

They are expensive, in many cases experimental, and take a long time to work.
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