On Monday, April 7th, 2025, the Environmental and Natural Resources Protection Committee of the Pennsylvania House passed House Bill 109! HB109 enhances protection for environmental justice communities by requiring cumulative impacts and public input to be considered for the issuance of permits. CRCQL and C4 have hosted rounds of calling campaigns to urge the representatives to support the bill, and […]
What is House Bill 109?
The House Bill No. 109 aims to bring more attention and protection to environmental justice areas in Pennsylvania. These are areas where low-income, low-wealth communities, and communities of color have historically and continue to experience a greater burden of pollution. Here are some key points that are important for environmental justice community members to understand: This bill, if enacted, could […]
Why the health risks from air pollution could be worse than we thought (The Philadelphia Inquirer – 4/2/25)
A study in southeastern Pa. found many people who live near heavy industry are routinely exposed to dozens of different pollutants, which can result in a multitude of health problems. by Amudalat Ajasa, Washington Post (Published April 2, 2025, 2:36 p.m. ET) You can access the original article here Many people who live near heavy industry are routinely exposed to dozens of […]
