🚨CALIFORNIA🚨 CA is once again leading the nation in addressing the plastic pollution crisis at the source, this time w/ #microplastics from washing machines. Join us in urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign #AB1628 into law! #WashSmarter bit.ly/3LeDocI

What's in the jar? What are microfibers? What is CA doing to tackle this pollution? Check out the video below to find out & then join me, Ocean Conservancy, The Nature Conservancy in California, 5 Gyres in urging Gavin Newsom to sign #AB1628 (Assemblymember Tina McKinnor) into law! takeaction.oceanconservancy.org/page/122582/ac…

Scientific American: The Father of Environmental Justice Exposes the Geography of Inequity scientificamerican.com/article/the-fa…

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Thank you @ezraromero & KQED for highlighting the Escutia family & their resilience. #AB876 is about protecting real people with hopes & dreams of a brighter future, but whose lives were upended by the #Pajaro River levee breach. We can and will do more. kqed.org/science/198464…

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of former Latino Caucus Member and Assemblymember Cindy Montañez, CEO of TreePeople. We stand with her family and loved ones during this difficult time and offer our heartfelt condolences. Que en paz descanse. 🕊️

If I must die, let it be a tale. #FreePalestine #Gaza

Here are 10 grassroots #environmentaljustice organizations in California to support on #GivingTuesday 👇🏽

"José y Maria” Where do we see the Holy Family this year? Where do we see Jesus? I’m sure you’ve seen photos of a mother holding her child in Ukraine, or in Israel or Gaza, or in Sudan, or in any of the refugee camps around the world. Often the mother is cradling the infant...

On Governor Newsom's and California's Salmon Strategy for a Hotter, Drier Future: "Restoring salmon runs amidst changing climate is not just an environmental imperative, but a societal necessity." [1/4]

You're invited! On Wednesday, April 24, at 11am Pacific Time, join us for a virtual briefing on Accelerating Recovery of California's Kelp Forests Through State Investments and Actions. Register to attend: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Looking for a place to celebrate #EarthDay?🌎 Check out the Santa Clara River Preserve! The Nature Conservancy in California has been able to preserve over 21 miles of riverside habitat on the Santa Clara River and protect 18 threatened and endangered species. So grateful for their work!🍃

Great article in the Mercury News on my bill SB 1060! It has been increasingly difficult to get fire insurance in California. My bill would require insurance companies to factor in fire mitigation efforts by communities on insurance coverage. mercurynews.com/2024/04/16/cal…

Our gratitude to Kat, Peter, and Sarai of The Nature Conservancy in California for taking our office on a tour of their new Santa Clara River Preserve. In the spirit of Earth Month, we celebrate the collaboration between their team and community in restoring vital habitat and open space for...

California lost an icon in our school system today. Delaine Eastin's legacy as a trailblazer in public education will forever inspire us. Her unwavering dedication to California students, from championing Universal Preschool and school nutrition, to honoring our educators by

Earlier this week Governor Newsom announced 81 nature-based targets to help reach carbon neutrality by 2045. A 🧵

Another huge day today! My bill, the FIRE Act, which will address the insurance crisis caused by extreme wildfires, just passed its first committee. #CALeg (1/3)

SB 1060 (The FIRE Act) has a simple premise: if you and your community do the work and reduce your wildfire risk, then insurance companies should give you the credit. #CALeg #SB1060 #TheFIREAct calmatters.org/economy/2024/0…

Gracias, gracias, gracias; no les voy a fallar. Vamos a avanzar con el Segundo Piso de la Cuarta Transformación.

Proposition 4 will be on the 2024 November ballot this fall. #Prop4 is a climate bond supporting safe drinking water, wildfire prevention, drought preparedness and clean air. By supporting #Prop4, we are investing in a resilient future for our state. nature.ly/3yLz4yz.