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February Newsletter
Climate Reality Portland Chapter
February 13, 2024
Legislative Committee
Introducing: Rhiana Gunn-Wright
Rhiana Gunn-Wright is one of the architects of the new green deal. In this must listen interview, Rihiana Gunn-Wright sheds light on pressing issues such as the Inflation Reduction Act, strategies for navigating climate warfare, and combating anti- renewables sentiment.
Action Alerts
TAKE ACTION NOW! Stay informed and advocate for legislation that address the urgent issue of climate change. Your voice matters in shaping a sustainable future. Top 3 call to action opportunities:
Oregon Just Transition Alliance - Healthy Homes Program is their #1 priority bill. Support Healthy Homes! Use this form to urge lawmakers to help keep low-income, front-line families safely in their homes.
Oregon League of Conservation Voters - Support amendments to SB 1537, the Governor’s housing bill. Urge law makers to amend this major threat to land use!
Check https://www.divestoregon.org/. Are your representatives sponsoring Divestment? If not, ask them to.
Get Involved: Volunteer Opportunity
Priority Bills
SB1530 Oregon Health Authority : Healthy Homes Grant Program
SB1537 Governor Kotek’s bill Relating to Housing with expected amendments.
What we need to build more housing. CRP is neutral as is written, waiting for amendments.
Charge Ahead EV rebates and OR Clean Vehicle Rebates
HB4083 COAL ACT (Clean Oregon Asset Legislation)
SB1559 Updated Emissions Reductions Goals SB 1559 One Pager
SB1593 Timber value tax and ODF funding reform. Expect to see major changes to this bill.
HB4132 Marine Reserves
HB4080 - 1 Offshore Wind
SB1581 Regional Transmission
Monthly Chapter Meeting
SAVE THE DATE: UPCOMING CHAPTER MEETING ON CLIMATE ACTION
Get ready to mark your calendars because our next chapter meeting is just around the corner.
February 20th, 2024 at 7:00pm