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Consumer Groups Applaud Senate on Passage of Strong Bi-Partisan Product Safety Legislation 3/06/2008

Today, consumer, public interest and scientific groups applauded the U.S. Senate for passage of the sweeping Consumer Product Safety Reform Act, S. 2663. This bi-partisan legislation represents the most significant improvement in almost two decades to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the agency that oversees the safety of more than 15,000 consumer products in the United States.

Statement of U.S. PIRG Consumer Program Director Ed Mierzwinski on Latest Mattel/China Recall 8/15/2007

The unfortunate news that another 9 million toys tainted with lead paint or dangerous small magnets were recalled today underscores many problems.

Senate Passes Landmark Lobby Reform 8/02/2007

Today’s vote in the U.S. Senate was a terrific win for the American people. For the first time, lobbyists will have to disclose the contributions they not only give to candidates but also those they raise.

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Squandering the Stimulus: An Analysis of Household Gas Spending, Economic Stimulus Checks, and the Need for Better Transportation Options 6/25/2008

America’s dependence on oil has become increasingly painful. Two thirds of oil in the United States goes to transportation, with the largest share consumed by cars and trucks. As the rising price of gasoline makes driving more expensive, Americans have sought alternatives by driving a little less and riding public transportation more.

Trouble in Toyland, 22nd Annual Toy Safety Report 11/20/2007

Hazardous toys are still sold in stores across the country, according to the 22nd annual toy safety survey released today by the New Mexico Public Interest Research Group (NMPIRG). NMPIRG's 2007 research focused on several categories of toy dangers: toys that pose choking hazards, toys with powerful magnets, toys that contain lead, and toys that pose strangulation hazards.

Finding Solutions to Fund Transit 8/06/2007

State legislators face a difficult task in providing funding for future transportation needs. The public need and demand for transit will grow sharply in the future and transportation funding must become better targeted to future needs.

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