County News takes a closer look at environment and energy issues that counties are facing.
StandardRelated News
Related Resources
Related Resources
-
Blog
EPA releases guidance limiting state authority over energy siting projects
On Friday, June 7, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new guidance on the Clean Water Act’s (CWA) Section 401 water certification program. -
County News
Waste-to-energy plant stems garbage tide in Spokane
The city of Spokane and Spokane County addressed their refuse woes with a waste-to-energy plant that is running well 27 years later. -
County News
Supreme Court looking at Maui County groundwater case
In County of Maui, Hawaii v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund, the Supreme Court will decide whether groundwater is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements under the Clean Water Act (CWA). The State and Local Legal Center (SLLC) filed an amicus curie brief arguing that it shouldn’t be.
-
Video
County Countdown — May 6, 2019
This week's video includes the meeting between President Trump and Democratic leaders to forge a path forward on infrastructure, disaster aid packages in both the House and Senate, the end of the commenting period for Property Assessed Clean Energy program and more. -
Video
County Countdown — April 15, 2019
This week's video includes an update on the proposed Waters of the U.S. rule, efforts to repeal the 40% excise tax on high cost employer health plans set to take effect in 2022, testimony in support of the Economic Development Administration and more. -
Video
County Countdown — April 1, 2019
This week's video includes the latest on the annual appropriations process, "Dear Colleague" letters in support of the Payments in Lieu of Taxes program, the Community Development Block Grant and the HOME Investments Partnerships Program, the National Flood Insurance Program, new rules on overtime pay and more.
