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

Utah Governor Herbert Declares May as Month of the Bird
April 30, 2018 — A number of events lined up in the state for Utahns to enjoy and celebrate birds
Audubon, Other Conservation Groups Call on Trump Administration to Honor Sage-Grouse Agreement
April 30, 2018 — Lawsuit filed after administration violates federal law by deciding to lease sensitive sage-grouse habitat for drilling.
Audubon to Be Special Guest to French President Emmanuel Macron Joint Session of Congress
April 23, 2018 — Florida Congressman invites water conservation and Everglades restoration expert to signal support for Paris Climate Agreement.
Audubon Remembers Deepwater Horizon: Accountability Matters
April 19, 2018 — Audubon remains deeply committed to Gulf restoration and to protecting the laws that held BP accountable.
Audubon: “Farm Bill is Critical for Birds and Agriculture"
April 12, 2018 — The Farm Bill is the largest source of federal funding for private lands conservation.
Audubon Washington Celebrates a Victory for Birds and People
April 10, 2018 — The Department of Ecology made the responsible decision to end a half-century of pesticide use in Grays Harbor and Willapa Bay.
The National Audubon Society Announces Landmark $10 Million Gift from Overlook International Foundation to Address Climate Change
April 10, 2018 — The gift will help Audubon engage its 1.2 million members in creating bipartisan public demand for climate solutions.
Distinguished Group of Senators Stands Up in Defense of Key Bird Law
April 04, 2018 — Ten Senators urge Secretary Ryan Zinke to protect birds and interpret the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the same manner as administrations from both parties the past 40 years.
Louisiana Coastal Restoration Project Vital to People and Birds Takes Major Step Forward
April 02, 2018 — State of Louisiana and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reduce permitting timeline by two years.
As Administrator Pruitt Rolls Back Car Emission Standards, Audubon Says the Move ‘Makes no sense’
April 02, 2018 — Rolling back fuel efficiency standards undermines one of the most effective federal policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the U.S.
National Audubon Society Gives Students the Reins in New Campus Chapter Program
March 20, 2019 — Leading conservation non-profit organization launches a significant new initiative to provide educational, advocacy, networking, and career development opportunities in science and conservation to college and university campuses across the U.S.
Audubon On Campus
Audubon Connecticut Names Robert LaFrance as New Policy Director
March 19, 2019
CONNECTICUT
Audubon California’s message to Salton Sea policymakers: Don’t blow it
March 18, 2019 — Representatives point out that the state and key stakeholders are poised to make up for lost time on one of the state’s most intractable environmental issues.
CALIFORNIA
Nearly 10 Billion Taxpayer Dollars Saved by Bipartisan Coastal Law: New Economic Study
March 18, 2019 — Study comes as Coastal Barrier Resources System undergoes 9-state revision after Hurricane Sandy.
Audubon Laments Shortsighted Approach to Sagebrush Management
March 15, 2019 — Washington insiders replace compromise and a science-driven consensus in favor of accelerating development across a threatened and unique Western landscape.
Audubon: Birds and People Would Suffer Under the White House Budget Proposal
March 11, 2019 — Smart investments in our environment keep our communities safe, air and water clean and our climate habitable.
More Than 300 Scientists Oppose Arctic Refuge Drilling Plan
March 07, 2019 — Scientists and resource managers cite deficits in government’s draft environmental impact statement on proposed oil leasing program
Audubon California raises concerns about new proposed oyster farming project in Humboldt Bay
March 04, 2019 — Conservation organization warns against potential damage to vital eelgrass and mudflat habitat.
CALIFORNIA
Audubon New York Remembers Patricia “Pat” Keesee
March 01, 2019 — Pioneering conservationist for native plants and the birds that depend on them.
Audubon President Reacts to Confirmation of Andrew Wheeler, “I hope he remembers who he works for…our children and grandchildren.”
February 28, 2019 — Americans understand that the changing climate is a threat and they want government to do more.