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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 14h

We’re proud to announce that UCS President & CEO Dr. Gretchen Goldman has been named in the TIME100 Next list for 2026. This list highlights 100 emerging leaders who are shaping the future of science, activism, politics, business, sports, entertainment and more. #Time100NEXT

TIME100 Next 2026 graphic with a centered portrait of UCS President Dr. Gretchen Goldman Dr. Gretchen Goldman.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 28/09/2026

Today, the Trump administration finalized a rollback of fuel economy standards for passenger cars and trucks. This move effectively kills the nation's CAFE standards, a program that has saved drivers $321 billion in fuel costs since 2010. Read UCS Statement: act.ucs.org/46NApCk

“The federal government’s decision to gut fuel economy standards is a handout to automakers and oil companies that will strap American consumers already struggling with an affordability crisis...Weakening these standards means drivers will spend more on fuel while having fewer options to choose efficient vehicles."

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 27/09/2026

Write today and demand your members of Congress reject a liability shield for the fossil fuel industry. Take action: act.ucs.org/4iG87AS Learn more in our Decades of Deceit timeline: act.ucs.org/3TOOwEv

1979 Exxon memo warned CO2 buildup could cause global environmental harm, urging limits on fossil fuel use.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 25/09/2026

UCS is proud to endorse Michigan's Proposal 2 to get money out of state politics. Campaign contributions from utilities like DTE & Consumers make it harder to pass strong policies to ensure a just transition to clean energy. Please vote YES on prop 2 this November! mopupmichigan.org

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

The speed, scope, and severity of attacks on the environment have been relentless. Here’s a quick recap of what President Trump and his “polluter worker bees” have accomplished on behalf of the fossil fuel industry:

Infographic titled “Trump’s Polluter Worker Bees,” featuring a black-and-white photo of Donald Trump at the top and five smaller portraits arranged below. The profiles identify Lee Zeldin, Doug Burgum, Chris Wright, David Fotouhi, and Nancy Beck alongside their Trump administration positions. Brief text summarizes each person’s past ties to fossil fuel, chemical, or other regulated industries and describes environmental policies or actions attributed to them. The design uses black, white, red, and gold, with each portrait framed by a gold hexagon.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

A report by US Senate leaders details "transactional corruption" between the fossil fuel industry and the Trump administration. Dismantling pollution protections. Installing oil execs at the EPA. Over $190 BILLION in industry subsidies over the next decade. And that's just the tip of the iceberg🧵⬇️

Graphic showing a black-and-white government building beneath several industrial smokestacks releasing thick clouds of dark smoke. An American flag flies above the building. Large red and white text reads: “The Billion Dollar Deal: How the Fossil Fuel Industry Bought the Trump Administration, Cashed In, and Left Americans to Pay the Price.”

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

Gretchen Goldman, PhD is in these streets for NYC Climate Week with an update on the vibe. Learn more about UCS’s presence and activities throughout the week: act.ucs.org/4hek7bO #ClimateWeekNYC

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

¡Una transición energética justa no solo es posible, sino esencial! 🌱 De Santa Marta, Colombia, a #ClimateWeekNYC: seguimos aprendiendo e impulsando soluciones de energía limpia que beneficien a las comunidades y nos alejen de los combustibles fósiles. 🔗Aprende más: act.ucs.org/3T77w0O

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 24/09/2026

TONIGHT: The midterms are less than 40 days away! Learn how you can protect democracy and help ensure that we have a fair, free, and safe election this November. RSVP now: act.ucs.org/4z3buXF

Join UCS and Protect Democracy for a virtual briefing on the threats we face to our elections, what to watch out for in the coming weeks leading up to Election Day, and ways you can take action and get involved in your community or state.

Date: Thursday, September 24
Time: 8:00–9:00 p.m. ET

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 22/09/2026

🎬 We’re proud to support The Lines We Live On, a docuseries uplifting the voices & wisdom of environmental justice leaders at #ClimateWeekNYC. Learn more: thelinesweliveon.movingforwardnetwork.org

Poster for a Climate Week film screening titled 'The Lines We Live On' at NRDC NYC office on Sept 23, highlighting environmental justice stories.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 22/09/2026

Esta semana Casa Pueblo dice presente en NYC Climate Week para exigir una transformación energética resiliente, inteligente y con el bienestar de las comunidades en mente. UCS se habló con su director ejecutivo Arturo Massol Deyá sobre el tema. Escucha nuestro podcast: act.ucs.org/4ybOPZ3

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 21/09/2026

Concerned about the midterms? Get the latest from UCS and Protect Democracy on the threats we face from the Trump administration, what to watch for in the coming weeks, and ways you can take action to ensure a fair, free, and safe election this November. Info & RSVP: act.ucs.org/4z3buXF

Promotional graphic for Science Rising National Call on election threats featuring speaker Corey Dukes, scheduled for September 24, 8-9 p.m. ET.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 21/09/2026

🗽Follow Gretchen and UCS staff in action this week at New York Climate Week! Learn more about our events and activities: act.ucs.org/4dOhdIl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 19/09/2026

Join us for conversation on Big Oil’s efforts to avoid climate accountability and how communities are fighting to protect their right to seek justice. Learn more: act.ucs.org/4gZ2Zqh

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 17/09/2026

New York Climate Week is coming! We’re excited to share that UCS President & CEO Gretchen Goldman, PhD will join a powerhouse lineup of community leaders, journalists, elected officials, & scientists to collaborate on critical issues related to energy, impact, and action. ➡️ bit.ly/4A59QWv

🗽New York Climate Week is right around the corner! We’re excited to share that UCS President and CEO Gretchen Goldman will be joining a powerhouse lineup of community leaders, journalists, elected officials, and scientists to collaborate on issues of energy, impact, and action—what's happening in climate, and what's at stake.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4A59QWv

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 17/09/2026

Join UCS and Protect Democracy for a virtual briefing on the threats we face to our elections, what to watch out for in the coming weeks leading up to Election Day, and ways you can take action and get involved in your community or state. Info & RSVP: act.ucs.org/4z3buXF

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 15/09/2026

Big Oil denying the hazards they knew would result from the use of their fossil fuel products.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 14/09/2026

UCS’s Julian Reyes analyzes the Trump administration’s continued attacks on forestry research, federal land management agencies, and the scientific workforce that supports effective decision-making. A must-read for #NationalPublicLandsMonth. Read his blog: act.ucs.org/4yCvFv8

A person stands beneath a massive natural sandstone arch with a river and lush greenery flowing through a sunlit canyon. Quote by UCS's Chief of Staff Julian Reyes : ""Science is—and always has been—the foundation for responsible public lands management and effective conservation."

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 09/09/2026

🚨 It’s official: Money Out of Politics is Proposal 2! More than half a million Michiganders signed to put this measure on the ballot. This November, every Michigan voter will have the chance to make their voice heard. Vote YES on Proposal 2 to get money out of politics!

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 08/09/2026

We’re celebrating Early Career Scientist Month! 🎉🔬 If you’re just starting your scientific career, UCS’s Julian Reyes shares why joining the Science Network can help you find a community, grow your impact, and put your expertise to work for the public good.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 07/09/2026

For 20 yrs @bluegreenalliance.bsky.social has fostered collaboration between labor & environmental advocates, which remains vital as the Trump admin erodes the US capacity to use science for the public good. UCS stands with BGA in protecting federal civil servants, scientists & workers. #LaborDay

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 03/09/2026

Illinois: Wondering how battery storage fits into our energy transition in the state? Join UCS and partners on September 10th at 6pm for a webinar on how the technology impacts the grid and how it might fit into your community. Register: act.ucs.org/4i3veoE

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 03/09/2026

Join our transportation meetup, cohosted with Bike Durham. If great people + food and drinks + flexing your advocacy muscles sounds like a recipe for a great evening to you, we hope you'll join us (and bring a friend)! 🚲Info & RSVP: act.ucs.org/4ddXQIo

Flyer for DC to Durham Transportation Advocacy Meetup on September 10, 6-7:30pm at ReCity Network, hosted by Bike Durham and Union of Concerned Scientists.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 02/09/2026

We have been closely tracking these attacks on science and documented the termination of nearly 200 federal advisory committees in 2025 alone. 🔗 act.ucs.org/4zQNgRv

Bar chart titled “Terminated Federal Advisory Committees by Fiscal Year.” The x-axis shows fiscal years 1997 through 2025, and the y-axis shows the number of terminated committees, ranging from 0 to 200. Most years have between about 20 and 60 terminations. Notable peaks occur around 2001 (about 75 terminations), 2004 (about 100), and especially 2025 (about 190), which is by far the highest value on the chart. Terminations generally decline after 2010, reaching lows of roughly 10 to 20 per year in the early 2020s, before the sharp spike in 2025. Source note indicates GSA FACA dashboard data current as of July 9, 2026.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 02/09/2026

Hear Steven’s story and those of other courageous scientists this Wednesday at the next Science Rising national call. RSVP now: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

Event poster for Science Rising National Call on Sept 2, featuring portraits of five science advocates against anti-science actions.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 01/09/2026

There's still time to RSVP for our Profiles in Courage panel discussion, celebrating different ways that scientists and science advocates can speak out and push back against anti-science and authoritarian actions. Join us this Wednesday! Register here: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 01/09/2026

Hear Jenna’s story and those of other courageous scientists this Wednesday at the next Science Rising national call. RSVP now: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 31/08/2026

Hear Gregg’s story and those of other courageous scientists this Wednesday at the next Science Rising national call. RSVP now: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 27/08/2026

Join UCS experts to explore what's happening & where it's headed, how anti-science actors are putting more of us at risk, and how we now need to confront this growing crisis. 📅Wednesday, September 2,6 PM ET. Set a reminder: act.ucs.org/YTlive

Join UCS experts to explore what's happening & where it's headed, how anti-science [actors? players?] are putting more of us at risk, and how we now need to confront this growing crisis.

📅Wednesday, September 2,6 PM ET.

Set a reminder: act.ucs.org/YTlive

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 27/08/2026

Join UCS for a conversation with four courageous scientists and advocates who have called out anti-science and authoritarian actions. We'll see you online for an inspiring panel discussion on September 2. Register here: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 26/08/2026

The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics proposal is officially headed to the November ballot! 🎉 #MMOP #MopUpMichigan #MoneyOutOfPolitics

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 26/08/2026

1/ Trump’s EPA is fast-tracking Big Tech’s data centers by removing requirements for public comment on permits for facilities that emit toxic pollutants linked to asthma, heart disease, and overall poor air quality. 🧵⬇️ 🔗More via NYT: bit.ly/4gkg7pF

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 25/08/2026

Elizabeth worked at NPS for 6 years & has the dubious honor of designing the first NPS sign removed by the Trump admin. She is now a part of @resistancerangers.altgov.info a group of 1000+ off-duty & former NPS rangers & their allies resisting censorship in our ntl parks. www.resistancerangers.org

A park information sign in a wooded forest area is wrapped with yellow “CAUTION” tape. The sign includes historical information about Muir Woods and a temporary poster reading “History Under Construction.” A National Park Service ranger in uniform and a wide-brimmed hat stands beside the sign. Dense trees and greenery fill the background.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 25/08/2026

Today is the 110th birthday of the National Park Service! On this day, let us follow the courageous lead of Elizabeth Villano, who is defending our national parks from censorship by the Trump admin. Hear her story at the next Science Rising national call Sept 2. RSVP today: act.ucs.org/4xVjetV

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 21/08/2026

Were the proposal to go into effect, it would further accelerate the damage this administration is doing to scientific research—new reporting from Nature shows that NSF is already on track this year to issue the lowest number of new grants in four decades. 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Line chart titled “Grants Throttled” showing a sharp decline in U.S. National Science Foundation research grants after early 2025. The chart plots cumulative new research grants awarded (in thousands) across the fiscal year, from October to September. Gray lines for fiscal years 2021 to 2024 rise steadily to about 11,000 to 12,000 grants by September. A blue line for 2025 ends at about 8,600 grants. An orange line for projected 2026 ends at about 6,100 grants. Accompanying text states that, since the return of the Trump administration in early 2025, NSF data indicate roughly 6,100 new awards are expected in fiscal year 2026, about 29% fewer than in 2025 and about 46% below the 2021 to 2024 average. Source: Nature.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 21/08/2026

UCS is joining Natural Resources Council of Maine, Maine Youth for Climate Justice, Maine Conservation Voters, Third Act & other partners to rally against immunity for Big Oil, followed by Congressional office visits in Portland and Lewiston. Don't miss out! Learn more: act.ucs.org/4hLeSRy

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 20/08/2026

UCS invites you to join Rep. Katherine Clark, UCS President Gretchen Goldman, PhD & members of the MA science community for a public talk on federal impacts on research, health, energy, and technology. Info + RSVP: act.ucs.org/MA-townhall

UCS invites you to join Rep. Katherine Clark (MA-5) and members of the Massachusetts science community for a public conversation about how federal decisions are affecting scientific research, public health, clean energy, technology, and the people whose work and lives depend on them.

Date: Tuesday, September 8
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET (doors open at 6:00 p.m.)
Location: Robbins Memorial Town Hall, 730 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA 02476

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 20/08/2026

Remember that courage is contagious, as demonstrated by the remarkable actions of the esteemed speakers joining us for our next Science Rising National Call on September 2. RSVP today to hear their stories of resistance: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 19/08/2026

The Trump administration has just proposed rescinding the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, removing critical protections for millions of acres of pristine wilderness and potentially opening them up for roads, logging, mining and drilling. 🔗 bit.ly/4cOAFEi

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 17/08/2026

We all have a role to play in protecting science & democracy. Join us for our next Science Rising National Call, where we're celebrating the stories of what pushing back against anti-science & authoritarian actions can look like! Register here: act.ucs.org/4zuh3zl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 12/08/2026

1/🚨⚠️The US freight system relies on heavy-duty vehicles like semis to move the goods we buy. Emissions control systems that cut 90 percent of diesel emissions from these vehicles are under attack by the Trump EPA and Congress. This is bad news for clean air. 🔗 act.ucs.org/4zdraIB

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 11/08/2026

Today is Poll Worker Recruitment Day! Serving as a poll worker is one of the most effective ways to support elections — you’ll hand out ballots, greet voters, and more. Sign up today and help your neighbors vote. www.powerthepolls.org

Purple background with white text reads: Today is poll worker recruitment day!

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 10/08/2026

📢It’s August Recess, and it’s time to show up at your congressperson's office and town halls. We built an August Recess toolkit to help you do something about it. Inside, you will find tips to collect petitions, use social media to build pressure, and more. 🔗 act.ucs.org/4cv7fLi

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 07/08/2026

We’ve documented the relentless attacks this administration has waged on the affordable, clean-energy solutions that are ready to go — including attacks against any attempt to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for the lies and climate harms they knowingly caused.

Meme image showing Donald Trump in a suit pointing while speaking at a table, with overlaid text reading: “TODAY I’M TAKING HISTORIC ACTION TO MAKE MY FIRST TERM’S POLICIES EVEN WORSE.” The image uses a political photo paired with critical, satirical captioning.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 06/08/2026

Attention Chicago! Are you interested in connecting science & community knowledge to advance community-led solutions? Join UCS for an in-person workshop at the Ivy Hotel on how experts & scientists can create partnerships with communities. Saturday, August 22, 1pm CT. RSVP: act.ucs.org/3RMm4lL

Flyer for a “Community Partnerships & Warehouse Pollution Workshop.” Event is Saturday, August 22, 1:00-3:30 PM at The Ivy Hotel, 233 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL. A QR code and link (bit.ly/ILactionteam82026) provide registration information. Topics include warehouse pollution in Illinois, the Warehouse Pollution Reduction Act, and the Illinois Vehicle Pollution Action Team. Guest speakers are Warehouse Workers for Justice and the Little Village Environmental Justice Organization. Free lunch and stickers will be provided for attendees. The flyer also advertises Environmental Justice Community Partnerships Training and features Illinois Vehicle Pollution Action Team and Union of Concerned Scientists logos, plus a graphic of Illinois with a delivery truck and exhaust. Blue text appears on a light gray background with pastel pink, purple, teal, and peach decorative shapes.

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Promotional flyer with large blue headline text reading “Community Partnerships & Warehouse Pollution Workshop.” The event takes place on Saturday, August 22, from 1:00-3:30 PM at The Ivy Hotel, 233 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL. In the upper-right corner is a QR code and the registration link bit.ly/ILactionteam82026.

A purple circle lists guest speakers:

Warehouse Workers for Justice
Little Village Environmental Justice Organization

A teal box labeled “Learn About...” includes:

Warehouse pollution in Illinois
The Warehouse Pollution Reduction Act
The Illinois Vehicle Pollution Action Team

A pink starburst states: “Free lunch and stickers for attendees.”

Near the bottom, large blue text says “Join Us For...” Above a peach-colored box reading “Environmental Justice Community Partnerships Training.”

The lower-right corner features a blue silhouette of the state of Illinois labeled “Illinois Vehicle Pollution Action Team,” alongside an illustration of an orange delivery truck emitting gray exhaust.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 04/08/2026

This August, our partners from Scientist Network for Advancing Policy (SNAP) are organizing meetings with local congressional offices to advocate against proposed OMB grant rule changes that could reshape federally funded research. Join this effort here: bit.ly/4cmxxzl

Promotional flyer from the Scientist Network for Advancing Policy (SNAP) titled “Congressional District Visits.” The flyer invites scientists to advocate for science at their local congressional office. It highlights concerns about a proposed 412-page overhaul of federal grant rules by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), stating that funding could be tied to political priorities and grants could be terminated without appeal. Another message notes that science funding is on the line and that members of Congress will be home in their districts during August. The flyer emphasizes that constituents and scientists can make a meaningful difference by sharing their voices. At the bottom, a QR code directs readers to complete a form by August 7 to learn more about joining a SNAP-organized district visit. The design features a light gray background, dark blue side panels, gold stars, and SNAP logos in the upper corners.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 04/08/2026

🚌Members of Congress are currently crafting the Surface Transportation Reauthorization—STR for short—and this bill will impact the options we have for getting around, our future climate and air quality, and even our wallets.🧵👇

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 03/08/2026

Join us, with @350-wisconsin.bsky.social, on Wednesday, August 5, for Your Power, Your Voice: a community conversation about energy affordability and public input in the decision-making process that shapes our future! RSVP here: tinyurl.com/pscengage

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 03/08/2026

Why is the EPA attacking clean air standards that predate the iPhone and have already been fully implemented? UCS’s David Reichmuth explores that question and explains why strong standards are key to slowing climate change. Read his blog: act.ucs.org/3TT1twB

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