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CURRENT ACTIONS
Tell Your Representative and Senators to Oppose the REINS Act!
If passed, the REINS Act would require congressional approval of all major rules, potentially endangering the most important safeguards to our health, safety, environment, and economy. Not only would it delay or block public protections and increase industry interference, it's redundant.
You can take action and urge your representatives to oppose this dangerous bill!
Learn more about the REINS Act.
Stand Up for Those Who Fight Abusive Credit Card and Mortgage Practices
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was created to rein in credit card companies and other financial institutions that prey on vulnerable consumers. In the 24 months since it was created, we've applauded its substantive work and the outstanding way that it operates. Unfortunately, its important work is now threatened. The Senate vote to confirm Richard Cordray as the head of the agency has been blocked for two years.
Tell your senators to vote on Richard Cordray's nomination so that the CFPB can continue protecting all of us from the exploitative practices of big banks.
Protect Workers from Silica!
A proposed standard from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) would better protect workers from silica dust, a potent hazard known to cause lung cancer and silicosis, a lethal but preventable lung disease. Feb. 14 marks the anniversary of the second year of delay of this crucial workplace safety rule.
Send a message to the White House today and tell officials to release the improved silica standard!
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So You Want to Make A Difference: Advocacy is the Key
So You Want to Make a Difference is an advocacy manual written by Nancy Amidei that seeks to help citizens feel more confident about getting involved in policy advocacy; to equip local leaders with tools so they can teach others about policy advocacy; and to stimulate involvement in democratic decision making and provide information about key resources. The manual is available for purchase from the Center for Effective Government.
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