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ADVISORY: Lawmakers from across U.S. to expose how tech lobbyists hurt your ability to keep data private
A bipartisan group of lawmakers from six states will testify Friday about the impacts of tech industry lobbying on state privacy bills.
PIRG supports Labor retirement rule
Statement: New rule will aid PFAS clean-ups
EPA lists two toxic PFAS chemicals under Superfund law
Statement: Colorado green-lights huge expansion of recycling system, reduction in waste
New ‘producer responsibility’ program to keep hundreds of thousands of tons of valuable materials out of landfill
STATEMENT: EPA restricts toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Statement: Apple announces it will ease some restrictions on repairing iPhones
Move comes after increasing legislative pressure to end use of ‘parts pairing’ to prevent repairs
Groups urge Biden administration to “Finish the job” on appliance efficiency standards
STATEMENT: Maryland passes one of the strongest privacy laws in nation
After weak industry-friendly privacy laws pass in 14 states, Maryland passes a strong data protection bill
RELEASE: Microsoft extends life of Windows 10 for $1
PIRG campaign prompts tech giant to provide affordable security updates for schools
Statement: Oregon governor signs strongest Right to Repair law to date
Newly signed law will make it easier for Oregonians to repair consumer electronics