Written by Gregor I. McGregor, Esq. Firm founder and senior partner Gregor McGregor this year has prepared his annual survey of environmental law developments in PowerPoint form. It will be further updated throughout the current year. It covers federal, Massachusetts, and municipal court cases, laws, regulations, policies, and enforcement. You may […]
March 31, 2025 APHIS Evaluates Petitions Reviewed under 2012 Process, Will Use Process Consistent with USDA Biotechnology Regulations Going Forward The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced on March 27, 2025, that it will no longer use the process it outlined in 2012 […]
By: Michelle Diffenderfer & Christopher D. Johns On May 2, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published its final rule titled Water Quality Standards Regulatory Revisions to Protect Tribal Reserved Rights. 89 Fed. Reg. 35,717 (May 2, 2024) (Final Rule). The Final Rule aims to provide a regulatory framework for states and […]
March 26, 2025 HB 25-1165: Balancing Protections for Colorado’s Hot Springs and Renewable Energy Growth Nestled among the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is home to a natural treasure that has captivated visitors and locals for centuries: geothermal hot springs. From the tranquil waters of ancient geothermal pools to the scenic backdrops […]
Written by Gregor I. McGregor, Esq. Mr. McGregor’s keynote address to the Annual Environmental Conference (AEC) of the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions (MACC) at Holy Cross College on March 1, 2025, marked his retirement from the MACC Board after 50 years. He joined The Board when the MACC was a […]