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Caution: High Voltage – Federal Versus State Authority Concerning the Siting of High Voltage Transmission Lines

Caution: High Voltage – Federal Versus State Authority Concerning the Siting of High Voltage Transmission Lines

Making sure the United States is producing enough energy is a pressing issue as seen throughout the Biden Administration. With the Senate’s passing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, more authority will be delegated to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in approval of electric transmission lines and facilities. 2L staffer, Grace Brock discusses the pros and cons of this act while bringing in issues of eminent domain and administrative law.

Ecocide: A New International Crime & a Push for Change

Ecocide: A New International Crime & a Push for Change

Ecocide is destroying out environment each and everyday. Some believe it is time to make Ecocide into an international crime, but is that too far? Senior staffer, Samantha Blakeman looks at the concept of making Ecocide an International Crime while looking at the pros and cons of it.

The Name Game: Required Labeling of Genetically Modified Foods Hinders Effective Science Communication

The Name Game: Required Labeling of Genetically Modified Foods Hinders Effective Science Communication

Have you ever wondered what a GMO label means? Senior Staffer, Alison Adkins discusses how these labels are causing more fear to consumers than actually informing consumers of their benefits.