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Independence Day Gas Prices and You

The week of July 4th is one of the heaviest travel times of the year and the costs add up, especially with the price of gas. View our new infographic to learn how the proposed fuel efficiency standard of 54.5 mpg by 2025 could improve your future holiday plans.

Protecting America’s Arctic from Oil Spills

Last week, the Obama administration laid out a new five-year offshore energy development plan that included two potential lease sales in the Arctic Ocean. Learn why the Arctic needs tough oil-spill prevention and response standards.

Fatter Snapper Put Fishermen on a Diet

Recreational fishermen are facing a catch-22 when it comes to fishing for red snapper in the Gulf of Mexico. Fish are gaining weight—good news for snapper populations—but this means that fewer can actually be caught. Learn more about the red snapper recovery plan and what this means for an iconic fish. 

Progress to Protect Stunning California Wild Lands

This week, the Los Padres Conservation and Recreation Act of 2012 became the 18th wilderness bill to receive a hearing in this Congress. The legislation would protect more than 66,000 acres in Southern California, a region that provides critical habitat for wildlife and is treasured by outdoor enthusiasts. Learn more. 

News Roundup

Odd Alliance is Forged Over Access to Herring

Pew Applauds Senators Bingaman, Feinstein, and Snowe for Supporting Industrial Energy Efficiency

Federal Ocean Programs: Good for the Economy