In July 2026, EPA released a proposal to weaken tailpipe pollution standards for new heavy-duty diesel vehicles, like school buses and many kinds of delivery trucks. The inevitable result? More toxic exhaust that can cause asthma attacks, heart attacks, strokes, and preventable …
Rep. Castor Stands With Moms in Opposing Deceptive Plastics Recycling Bill
In September 2026, we cheered when Congresswoman Castor stood with Moms to oppose a bill that would deceive consumers about plastics recycling and contaminate local waste streams.
Mom Detective: Beauty Products
Worried about the ingredients in trendy beauty products marketed to teens, like makeup, skincare, and scented body washes? Many of these products contain potentially unsafe ingredients like hormone-disrupting chemicals. Since federal regulations are loose at best, it’s up to consumers to know …
Back to School in Extreme Heat? How to Keep Kids Safe
Extreme heat was terrible this summer. These high temps are only getting worse and more common because of climate change. And now our kids are going back to school in classrooms that were not built to handle sweltering temperatures Hear from Michigan …
The Solution to the Plastics Problem Is Making Less Plastic
Everyone knows we have a plastics problem. But instead of making less plastic, the plastics industry is pushing false solutions that protect profits, not our health. Now they’re asking Congress to pass three bills that would make it easier to label products …
Georgia Mom’s Testimony: Kids Shouldn’t Have to Breathe Toxic Truck Exhaust
“The unfortunate mix of the emissions from not only our diesel-burning school buses that idled each day, but the additional exposure from the highways created constant exposure for children in my community,” says Georgia Organizer Kiya Stanford during an EPA testimony. Kiya …
Roadmap to a Healthier Future for Pennsylvania Families? Leave Coal Behind.
For generations, coal has powered Pennsylvania—but it has also left a heavy toll on the health of our workers, our families, and our communities. As the Trump administration rolls back protections and pushes to revive coal-fired power, Pennsylvanians are being asked to …
Data Center Proposed in NC Community Already Overburdened by Pollution
Big Tech is proposing to build a data center in a community with a population that is predominantly Black and Indigenous and is already overburdened by pollution. How can data centers impact air quality? Hear from expert Dr. Jennifer Richmond-Bryant.
Justice in Every Breath: Kiya Stanford x Allison Wilkinson
For our August Justice in Every Breath interview, Moms’ Kiya Stanford spoke with Allison Wilkinson, Mrs Elemental USA 2026—an environmental educator, nonprofit leader, and cross-country coach—about how families, coaches, and communities can keep young athletes safe as temperatures rise.
New Extreme Heat Warnings Posted in Georgia Park Thanks to Moms
Moms Georgia Organizer Kiya Stanford and Atlanta Parks and Rec came together to post signage in Sarah J. González Park to equip families with information about #extremeheat and safe play in rising temperatures! We’re happy to educate and advocate for safety during the …
Nurse Tells EPA: Kids Shouldn’t Have to Breathe Toxic Fumes on the Way to School
Michigan nurse and Mom Kindra Weid shares how her family and community are burdened by vehicle tailpipe pollution in recent EPA testimony. EPA has released a proposal to weaken tailpipe pollution protections for new heavy-duty diesel vehicles, like school buses and many delivery trucks. …
Colorado Methane Ticker
Can you guess how many $$ worth of methane gas has been wasted from oil and gas operations since the Trump administration stopped enforcement in March 2025? Last week the number surged past $6B!! Colorado communities are watching this number climb in …