Bauer receives Environmental Activism Award on behalf of National Caucus of Environmental Legislators

Today, Aug. 2, the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators (NCEL) awarded State Rep. Maureen Bauer (D-South Bend) the Environmental Activism Award for her outstanding efforts in advocating for a safer and healthier environment. The award was presented at the NCEL National Forum, where state legislators from across the nation gather to discuss environmental issues and policy solutions.

The Environmental Activism Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and leadership in environmental advocacy. During her two terms in the Indiana General Assembly, Bauer has been a staunch champion for sustainable practices, a leader on PFAS policy, and has promoted initiatives that protect, defend and prioritize the health of Hoosier communities.

Bauer released the following statement on her receival of the prestigious award:

“I am deeply honored to receive the 2024 NCEL Renny Cushing Environmental Activism Award. This recognition underscores the importance of working proactively to protect and preserve our environment for the future. I am grateful to NCEL for this acknowledgement and remain committed to advancing strong policies that defend future generations of Hoosiers through legislative action.

“During the 2024 legislative session, I fought hard to defeat legislation that sought to deregulate thousands of PFAS chemicals. I will always promote measures that protect public health, and I will continue to advocate against measures that attempt to mislead the public about the exposure risks they face when using everyday products or while on the job.  The public deserves the right to know what toxic substances are being used in Indiana manufactured goods, and the environmental and health impacts. I will continue to raise the alarm to ensure the public will be informed consumers, for the betterment of their own health and the health of their family.