WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY: Good afternoon and happy Monday, readers! Today marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration is predicting it will be a below-normal season, it’s smart to remain aware of how to prepare yourself and your home in the case of a strong storm. 🌀⛈️🌊 You can read more here. Congress is coming back from its May break this week, and the House is kicking things off with a vote on a bill aiming to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy projects. ⚡🪨🔥 The bill is expected to pass with bipartisan support, so all eyes will be on the lower chamber when that hits the floor. Plus, today’s newsletter takes a closer look at California’s controversial single-use plastic law, as companies had until today to comply with the state’s strict regulations approved just last month. 🥤♻️🗑️ Read on for more!
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