@MASSPIRG

MASSPIRG, the Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group, is a state-based, citizen-funded advocacy group that promotes the public interest.

 Massachusetts, USA
masspirg.org/
Joined July 2010
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Governor Healey signs new law to ban PFAS in firefighter protective gear. pirg.org/massachusetts/media…
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Zero-emission electric school buses are the safest, healthiest choice for America’s students. Tag your local school district and spread the word about the $400M funding available through the EPA's Clean School Bus Program. pirg.org/updates/epa-announc…

EPA Announces $400 Million Grant Program to Give America’s Children a Cleaner Ride to School

EPA will help the nation transition to zero-emission electric school buses with a new competitive grant program.

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Boston was the first city in the nation to build a subway line. With leadership, vision and funding, Massachusetts could lead the nation again by building a world-class transit system. pirg.org/articles/massachuse…

Massachusetts needs world-class public transit

Experts and advocates gather at MassBay Community College to discuss strategies for building an interconnected public transit system.

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Massachusetts needs a public transit system that enables more people to #DriveLessLiveMore. Join us for a discussion with @transitmatters, @MWRTA, and @TownOfWellesley Select Board member Colette Aufranc about building a better public transit system! pirg.org/massachusetts/event…

Join us in Wellesley on Wednesday!

Whether you ride public transit every day, occasionally, or never, we invite you to join us to learn, share your story, and help build a shared vision for the future of transportation in Greater...

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With a strong statewide #PublicTransit system, we can reduce traffic congestion, protect our climate, improve air quality, and connect people to opportunities. The #RTAAdvancement bill will ensure our Regional Transit Authorities can deliver a better transportation future.
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Massachusetts residents received more than 541 million spam texts in Jan. 2023, compared to just 112 million in Jan. 2021, according to data from @robokiller. bit.ly/3mS3ecY @MASSPIRG @uspirg @DeirdreMASSPIRG @boston25

Here’s what the FCC’s crack down on spam texts mean for you

The amount of spam text messages to our phones has exploded in the last 18 months, and consumer advocates say the FCC’s action this week against phone carriers couldn’t come quick enough.

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State bill aims to slow PFAS damage telegram.com/story/news/stat… @ChrisLisinski #PFAS @MASSPIRG @repkatehogan @JulianCyr @DeirdreMASSPIRG @EnviroLeagueMA @MassSierraClub

State bill aims to slow PFAS damage

Massachusetts Sierra Club Chapter Director Deb Pasternak declared that her group "considers PFAS to be the greatest toxic threat we face today."

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You can also join me this Thursday as I kick off a virtual, multi-issue training with @MASSPIRG and the state Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation that will touch on rental housing, home improvement, credit reporting and more.   Sign up: bit.ly/ncpwago309
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Replying to @CleanH2OMA
@CleanH2OMA @MassSierraClub @MASSPIRG
Massachusetts PFAS & Your Health Study@MAPFAS24 Feb 2023
Join us! Sat. 3/25, 1-3 pm @ 529 Main St in Hyannis for "PFAS and Your Community" silentspring.org/event/film-… Hear from: State Sen @JulianCyr on #PFAS legislation in MA Lead scientist @laurelschaider on PFAS health research & how to reduce your exposure and other community leaders!
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Getting to school shouldn't include a daily dose of toxic pollution. #ElectricSchoolBuses
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Electric school buses are in the spotlight as @EPA funded buses hit the roads in all 50 states. With state officials like @GovWhitmer stepping up to lead, the day when all children get to school without a daily dose of diesel pollution is a little closer. pirg.org/updates/driving-tow…

Driving toward nationwide electric school bus deployment

The movement to electrify America’s school buses is gaining speed.

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Today, we released our 37th annual Toy Safety Survey. This year, our investigation found that it’s easy to buy recalled toys, even though it’s illegal to sell them. Find out more about keeping kids safe. rb.gy/y9rorr
As heating costs are expected to increase this winter, join @masspirg & our panel of experts who'll walk you through easy things you can do to conserve energy & save money at our upcoming webinar, "Winter Weatherization" on Thurs 11/17 2pm ET. RSVP here: bit.ly/weatherize4winter
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With home heating prices rising this winter, @MASSPIRG offers tips and resources for reducing your costs. pirg.org/massachusetts/edfun…
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Join us for "Electrifying your home" on Wed 9/28 at noon PT/3pm ET with @uspirg @envam and @rewiringamerica. We'll discuss how #inductionstoves, #heatpumps and #heatpumpwaterheaters can fight #climatechange and save you money! @MASSPIRG RSVP: bit.ly/electrifyhomeevent
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We should stop making and using stuff that makes us sick. wbur.org/news/2022/09/05/for… #mapoli @KarenSpilka @RonMariano @JulianCyr @KateHogan @MASSPIRG @MassSierraClub @PFASactiongroup @PFFMLegAgent1

As concerns about PFAS rise, doctors scramble to learn about the toxic chemicals

A report from the National Academies recommends that individuals with significant exposure to toxic chemicals, known as PFAS, get a blood test. Yet, many doctors don’t know how to order a PFAS blood...

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Agreed. Until we #banPFAS in everyday consumer products our #PFAS problems will only compound. @RonMariano,@KarenSpilka,@cleanh2oaction @MASSPIRG, #mapoli bostonglobe.com/2022/09/07/o… via @BostonGlobe

Higher PFAS levels in Cambridge stir renewed calls for safeguards - The Boston Globe

Massachusetts needs to catch up with the many states that have acted to protect their residents from PFAS in consumer products.

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MASSPIRG@MASSPIRG24 Aug 2022
Car dealerships can use tricks & traps to cost you more 💰 -Advertising deals you’ll never get -Pushing unnecessary add-ons -Fine print in your finance contract If you have a story like this, share it with us to fight for better car buying. pirg.org/massachusetts/updat…

Bad experience at a car dealership? We need your story.

We want to hear your stories about how misleading or deceptive tricks and traps at the dealership led you to paying more for your car than you wanted or expected to.

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So very proud that we enacted portions of the #BetterBuildings Act here in Massachusetts. #mapoli #climate #ClimateAction HT @EnvironmentMA @MASSPIRG @CeresNews
Sierra Club
@SierraClub23 Aug 2022
Whether they burn gas, oil, or propane, heating appliances emit high levels of NOx (which forms ozone & soot) & other pollutants that lead to serious health issues like heart & lung problems & even lead to premature death. @EPA has the authority to act. sierraclub.org/press-release…
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Car dealerships can use tricks & traps to cost you more 💰 -Advertising deals you’ll never get -Pushing unnecessary add-ons -Fine print in your finance contract If you have a story like this, share it with us to fight for better car buying. pirg.org/massachusetts/updat…

Bad experience at a car dealership? We need your story.

We want to hear your stories about how misleading or deceptive tricks and traps at the dealership led you to paying more for your car than you wanted or expected to.

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Climate 2022: Advocates Gather in Support of Mass. Climate Bill

A rally at the Massachusetts State House called on Gov. Baker to take action on climate change.

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