Posts tagged Legislation
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DC’s climate change-causing emissions could be halved if it passes this energy bill
The District could cut in half its emissions of the greenhouse gases that cause climate change if the DC Council passes clean energy legislation that was introduced over the summer, according to internal DC government numbers. Keep reading…
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Maryland passes a bill to protect transit from non-compete clauses
The Maryland General Assembly passed a bill this week that will free state-funded transit projects from the threat of non-compete clauses in state contracts with private toll lane operators. This is a win for investment in transit. Keep reading…
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On Saturday, the Virginia legislature may pass historic Metro funding — if you help
If you're a Virginia resident supportive of dedicated funding for Metro, please call your representative to express support for a full $154 million Metro contribution and nothing less. Keep reading…
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Hundreds testify that DC needs to #fixTOPA, but does it need to be fixed? If so, how?
Debate is raging in DC over whether the city should alter the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA). Does TOPA need to be fixed? Two GGWash contributors weigh in on the pros and cons of amending the law. Keep reading…