Category: Richard Trumka

Tennessee Governor Signs Legislation Blocking Local Bans on Natural Gas Stoves

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, a Republican, has signed legislation prohibiting local governments from banning gas stoves. The move comes after federal agencies have been in discussion on their potential for emitting unsafe levels of air pollutants allegedly contributing to respiratory problems and climate change, allegations that have been criticized by Republicans and industry groups. State…


Federal Agency Comes Closer to Gas Stove Ban

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has made a formal request for information about the possible health hazards of gas-powered stoves—another signal that the United States may be moving towards a ban on those appliances under the Biden administration. “This RFI does not constitute or propose regulatory action, but rather is intended to inform the…


Richard Trumka, Head of Powerful AFL-CIO Union, Dies at Age 72

Richard Trumka, the head of the AFL-CIO union—one of the largest and most powerful—died at age 72, according to the union. His cause of death was not disclosed. “Rich Trumka devoted his life to working people, from his early days as president of the United Mine Workers of America to his unparalleled leadership as the…