Washington Audubon has announced it’s critical policy priorities aimed at safeguarding our environment and promoting sustainable practices. In the upcoming 60-day session, they are focusing on the three priorities on the Audubon Washington legislative agenda, as well as the three priorities on of our partners at the Environmental Priorities Coalition (EPC).
- Climate and Clean Energy: Back the continuation of the Climate Commitment Act, ensuring substantial investments in climate mitigation and adaptation. Support the Fair Access to Community Solar Act, empowering low-income Washingtonians in the clean energy transition.
- Coastal Conservation: Increase support for Puget Sound restoration (ESRP) and endorse the WRAP Act to combat plastic pollution. Support legislation establishing a bottle deposit system in Washington State.
- Sagelands Stewardship: Provide necessary funding for conservation districts, enabling private landowner voluntary stewardship. Allocate $10M for the creation of a Shrub-steppe Habitat Carbon Storage and Avoided Conversion grant program.
As a member of the EPC, Audubon also advocates for the three EPC environmental priorities this year: Hold Oil Companies Accountable, 100% Clean School Buses, and the WRAP Act.
You can support these issues by writing a letter of support at this link:
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