Earlier this year, Congress passed H.R.1, “The Big Ugly Bill,” a sweeping law that cuts federal investments in climate and environmental protection while steering more resources to polluters and the fossil fuel industry. These changes will make energy less reliable and more expensive for families at a time when the climate crisis is accelerating.
State legislators now have a critical window to lead. They can protect their communities, safeguard clean-energy progress, and continue building the foundation for good, green, union jobs in every state.
State Innovation Exchange and We Build Progress have partnered to break down what this new law means on the ground and outline the steps state leaders can take before the end of the year to keep clean-energy investments flowing and frontline communities protected. Let’s dive in.
