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If you are a member of the press, you can reach Audubon Media Relations at media@audubon.org.

Bipartisan Legislation is an “Ounce of Prevention” Against Wildlife Extinction
July 12, 2019 — Audubon urges passage of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.
2019 Audubon Photography Awards Marks 10th Year of Exquisite Bird Photography
July 11, 2019 — Introducing two new prizes this year, Audubon celebrates more winners than ever before.
Audubon Report Identifies Priority Conservation Areas for Disappearing North American Grassland Birds
July 10, 2019 — America’s ranchers will play a key role in protecting grassland birds and the places they need in a fragmented and climate-vulnerable landscape.
Sandwich Tern
New Study Reveals Louisiana Coast Supports Globally Significant Numbers of Waterbirds, Shorebirds and Marshbirds
July 01, 2019 — The Mississippi River Delta provides a safe haven for much of the world's population of Sandwich Terns, Seaside Sparrows and other species.
U.S. House Passes Second Bill to Boost Funding for Critical Conservation Programs
June 25, 2019 — Increased funding benefits birds nationwide and builds on U.S. House support of conservation.
U.S. House Approves Increased Spending on Key Water, Restoration, and Energy Projects
June 19, 2019 — Funding benefits bird habitats from Florida to California and boosts energy programs.
Congress Takes First Step Toward Restoring Bird Protections Eliminated by Trump
June 12, 2019 — Audubon Expert Testifies at House Subcommittee Hearing on Draft Migratory Bird Protection Bill.
Audubon Hires Boreal Conservation Expert, Expands International Program
June 12, 2019 — Dr. Jeff Wells is named Vice President of Boreal Conservation and will lead Audubon’s efforts to protect “America’s bird nursery.”
Audubon Goes to Court to Defend Seabird Winter Home
June 06, 2019 — Audubon’s Seabird Science was Instrumental in Creating Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Monument.
Seas & Shores
John James Audubon Center Opens at Historic Mill Grove
June 05, 2019 — $13 million facility promises “The Nest Big Thing” in art, conservation and education for Greater Philadelphia region.
Virginia Governor Signs the First Statewide Clean Energy Standard in the Southeast
April 13, 2020 — Gov. Ralph Northam gives the birds and people of Virginia hope for a clean energy future with the Virginia Clean Economy Act.
New Leadership at Audubon Washington and Audubon Great Lakes
April 10, 2020 — Deborah Jensen and Michelle Parker join team of state leaders
Public Comment Period on Gutting of 100-Year-Old Bird Protection Law Ends
March 19, 2020 — Despite national emergency, the Administration is ignoring requests to extend public comment deadlines.
Washington Legislature Ends with Mixed Climate Victories and More Work Ahead for Comprehensive Climate Action
March 12, 2020 — Policy discussions on a clean fuels standard, carbon pricing, and other economy-wide approaches to carbon reduction lays groundwork for substantive climate action in 2021.
Federal Court Rules Against Massive Old-Growth Rainforest Logging Plan in Alaska
March 12, 2020 — Decision is a Win for Subsistence Hunters and Families on Alaska’s Prince of Wales Island
Senate Misses Opportunity By Scuttling Energy Package
March 10, 2020
Advocacy
Economic Impacts Analysis Determines Resilient-Renewable Energy Standard is the Best Path Forward for New Orleans
March 09, 2020 — The proposal, submitted by the Energy Future New Orleans coalition, will establish a 100 percent Renewable Energy Standard by 2040 and result in more jobs, greater emissions reductions, and more local investment than alternatives
News
Virginia Becomes Climate Leader in Southeast Passing Historic Clean Economy Act
March 06, 2020 — The 100% clean energy standard legislation gives birds and people of Virginia a “fighting chance against climate change.”
Senate Bill Can Be an Opportunity for Clean Energy for Birds and People
February 27, 2020 — The package of energy bills supports investment in energy innovation, but Congress must make changes to take full advantage of this opportunity for significant progress on climate mitigation
Advocacy
Leaders in Youth, Minority Outreach Join Audubon’s National Board of Directors
February 27, 2020 — One of the nation’s largest grassroots conservation nonprofits elects new directors to help usher in younger, more diverse wave of members and supporters.