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This piece was written in response to an op-ed that capitalized on the tragic wildfires in Los Angeles and appeared in several media outlets. Our team contacted Dr. Marcelo Hirschler to pen this response op-ed to highlight the facts of fires and their impact on...

Trump Lays Out Aggressive Agenda in Address to Congress President Donald Trump on March 4 delivered a forceful joint address to Congress, touting his administration’s early victories while taking direct aim at political opponents. Trump used the speech–lasting a record-breaking 100 minutes–to energize his base...

House Taking the Lead in the Budget Reconciliation Process After a 12-hour markup on February 13, House Republicans are advancing a budget reconciliation bill that would set the stage for their domestic policy agenda, but intraparty divisions remain over spending cuts, tax policy, and strategy. ...

When it comes to creating outdoor spaces that are durable, low-maintenance, and quality, PVC products have become a go-to choice for homeowners, landscapers, and designers alike. PVC is a synthetic plastic polymer that offers many advantages when used in outdoor settings, from garden furniture to...

Senate Panel Advances Bipartisan Environmental Cleanup and Recycling Bills The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee advanced two bipartisan bills aimed at environmental cleanup and recycling initiatives in underserved communities. In separate voice votes, the panel approved the Strategies To Eliminate Waste and Accelerate Recycling...

Senate Panel Approves Zeldin to Lead Trump’s EPA After Confirmation Hearing On January 23, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee voted 11-8 to approve Lee Zeldin’s nomination as EPA administrator. Senator Mark Kelly (D—AZ) was the lone Democrat to vote yes. NOTE: The 1/23/25...

One of the most important decisions when choosing materials for plumbing, irrigation, or construction projects is whether to use PVC (polyvinyl chloride) pipes or metal pipes. Over the recent decades, PVC has become the go-to choice for many applications. In this blog post, we’ll compare...

Tight Speaker Vote Highlights Challenges for Republican-Led 119th Congress The 119th Congress began with a contentious election for Speaker of the House, as Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) narrowly secured the position with 218 votes, the minimum required. Initially, several Republican holdouts voted for other candidates,...