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June 2010

Great Lakes Drilling Ban Headed to House, and Hopefully the November Ballot

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/30/2010 - 11:26am
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The disastrous oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has delivered a loud wake-up call regarding our dangerous addiction to fossil fuels, and Michigan lawmakers are answering that call. Last week, a measure to permanently ban drilling in the Great Lakes passed unanimously out of the House Great Lakes and Environment committee, and is headed to the floor of the House for a vote.

Michigan on the road to Complete Streets; passes House, on to Senate

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/30/2010 - 7:47am
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Two important bills to implement "Complete Streets" for bikers and other non-motorized transportation in Michigan have passed the House and are on on the Senate. 

Deb Kennedy Endorsed in 23rd District Michigan House Race

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 10:13am
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Deb Kennedy is a true representative for Michigan's environment, and deserves a second term in the state House. Kennedy's leadership on issues from banning drilling in the Great Lakes to protecting children from exposure to toxic products has earned her the 2010 endorsement of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. 

Asian Carp Caught, But the Fight Isn't Over

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/23/2010 - 4:53pm
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The day we all hoped wouldn't come is here: An Asian carp has been confirmed in Illinois. One was caught in Lake Calumet, which runs into Lake Michigan, officials announced today. 

"Michigan citizens have fought long and hard to prevent this incredibly detrimental invasive from invading the Great Lakes and destroying the ecosystem and a key portion of the Michigan economy," said Lisa Wozniak, executive director of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.

Mary Valentine Earns Our Endorsement in Michigan's 34th District Senate Race

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/23/2010 - 7:40am
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Mary Valentine, a candidate for the 34th District Senate seat, has her heart in the right place when it comes to Michigan's environment.

Dan Scripps, an Environmental Defender, Kicks Off Our Election Season Endorsements

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Tue, 06/22/2010 - 11:53am
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Rep. Dan Scripps is the first state legislator to win a 2010 endorsement from the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Scripps, a Northport Democrat, has spent his first term representing Michigan's 101st District with brave leadership on key environmental issues. Scripps was named "one of the best" in the latest 2009-2010 Environmental Scorecard, with a perfect 100%.

Opportunity Knocks: Let's Open the Door to Clean Energy, President Obama

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/16/2010 - 11:02am
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How huge of a mess is the Gulf oil spill? Huge enough for President Barack Obama to hold the first oval office address of his presidency, and press BP to create a fund to clean up the devastation from the April 20 Deepwater Horizon explosion.

Constitutional Ban on Great Lakes Drilling Unveiled

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Mon, 06/14/2010 - 8:30am
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Michigan has a ban on offshore drilling, but it's not enough. The lakes are only safe if future governors and state legislators don't change the rules. A constitutional ban, however, would bring long-lasting protection and piece of mind to our Great Lakes. That's the idea behind a voter-approved ban being proposed by the Democratic Caucus in the Michigan House of Representatives.

Michigan House Pedaling Good Policy With 'Complete Streets'

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Thu, 06/10/2010 - 2:22pm

They call it "Complete Streets," and it means getting out of the house, out of the car and onto your feet or a bike to enjoy Michigan's great outdoors. Just in time for summer, the Michigan House of Representatives is calling on the state Department of Transportation to make Michigan streets more conducive to walking or biking.  

Michigan LCV Tweeting Live from D.C.

Submitted by Michigan LCV on Wed, 06/09/2010 - 8:28am

What are Lisa Wozniak and Kerry Duggan up to? They're in Washington, D.C., for a lobbying trip on behalf of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters (and Michigan's environment).