ACTION ALERT: We need your support to pass the omnibus climate bill!
The 96-page climate bill reaches across topics like clean energy, plastic bottles, flood risk, and drought. Senators will vote on Thursday, June 20th, meaning we need your help now!
We urge you to encourage your legislators to support three crucial amendments that will strengthen our watershed's climate resilience and sustainability:
Amendment #30, filed by Senator James B. Eldridge. This amendment would create a statewide, coordinated drought response to empower the state to require regional water conservation measures to protect our water supplies, ecosystems, and economy during a declared drought.
Amendment #67, filed by Senator Cynthia Stone Creem. This amendment would expand the existing bottle bill to include any drinkable liquid intended for human oral consumption, including non-carbonated drinks, paving the way for clean recyclables to be reused more effectively.
Amendment #113, filed by Senator Marc R. Pacheco. This amendment would create a commission to study and implement a program to acquire and restore flood-prone areas to empower property owners and renters to move out of harm’s way, create new outdoor recreation opportunities, restore wildlife habitat, and increase statewide resiliency.
Please call or email your legislator and urge them to support these amendments!
Here’s a template of what to say:
SUBJECT: Urgent Action Needed: Support the Climate Bill
Dear Senator _____,
My name is _____, and I am a resident of _____ in the Charles River watershed. I respectfully urge your support for Amendment #30, Amendment #67, and Amendment #113 to increase my community's resilience to climate change impacts.
[Personal Introduction - Optional: Briefly introduce yourself, mentioning any relevant affiliations or why you care about environmental issues.]
As you know, climate change poses significant threats to our environment, economy, and public health. It is imperative that we take proactive steps to mitigate these risks and adapt to the changes already underway. These amendments represent a critical opportunity to manage drought, protect citizens from flooding, and reduce plastics in our environment.
I strongly believe that Massachusetts must lead by example in addressing climate challenges. By supporting this legislation, you will help protect our environment and ensure a more sustainable future for generations to come.
I urge you to consider the long-term benefits of investing in climate resiliency measures and to support these amendments.
Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I look forward to your leadership and support in advancing policies to conserve our environment and communities.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
_____
