Today, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Md., and Rep. Lloyd Doggett, Tex., along with over 70 cosponsors, reintroduced the “Farewell to Foam Act,” which would prohibit the sale and distribution of … Read more
Today the Trump administration issued layoffs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), following similar cuts at other departments and agencies. NOAA is a world-renowned science agency that positions … Read more
Today, groups concerned about the threats from offshore drilling filed the first environmental legal challenge against the new Trump administration. One group is challenging an illegal order by President Trump … Read more
Today, President Trump issued an executive order to end the U.S. government’s purchasing of paper straws and offering them within federal buildings. The order also calls for the development of … Read more
New research findings by Oceana, in collaboration with marine geneticist Dr. Adrian Munguia-Vega and in partnership with prestigious Swiss watchmaker, Blancpain, detected more than 11,000 unique species in California’s Channel Islands, showcasing the incredible … Read more
Today, Oceana released the results of a new nationwide poll revealing that an overwhelming majority of U.S. voters support policies that reduce single-use plastics. Overall, 78% of U.S. voters support … Read more
WASHINGTON — With President Trump looking to scale back government resources, Oceana is sounding the alarm on potential fallout if there are cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration … Read more
