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August 1, 2002 -
Between 9:00 and 9:30 on Wednesday night, first the Senate and then the House passed the Conference Committee version of the Environmental Bond Bill unanimously!! Senators Brewer, Tarr, Nuciforo, and Pacheco spoke in favor of the bill in the Senate. Senator Pacheco thanked the environmental community for letting him know how the people felt about this important legislation. The total bond is for $707 million with a 3-year authorization. Please call your Representatives or Senator and thank them for their support.

Welcome to our new Chapter web site...
We will be adding to the site significantly over the next few weeks, as well as updating some features, so please check back frequently.,,

Northern Right Whale
Despite 30 years of protection under the Endangered Species Act, the Northern Right Whale continues to decline and now numbers about 300 animals, making it the world’s most endangered large whale.

North–South Rail Link
Hi-Speed Rail could be the solution to our sprawl and transportation woes... but Massachusetts has the only gap in the entire Northeast Rail Corridor. The North–South Rail Link could close that gap, alleviating airport and highway expansion throughout the region.

Mt Wachusett Reservation
Should private developers be allowed to despoil our public park lands with unnecessary ski area expansion and clearcutting of biologically diverse forests? The state agency responsible for protecting our parks system seems to think so, and has recently appealed the court ruling preventing approval of the project.

The Sierra Club is seeking volunteers to help defend the Massachusetts' environment. There are many ways to get involved - visit our volunteer page to learn more - or e-mail [email protected] and tell us what you are interested in doing to preserve, protect, and enjoy the natural areas on which we all depend.