Action Alert: Federal Permitting Reform Threatens California's Lands, Waters, and Tribal Communities
The Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA) proposes sweeping changes to longstanding environmental laws, including NEPA, the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act. These changes would weaken protections for California's public lands, water quality, wildlife, and biodiversity, while limiting public participation, tribal consultation, and environmental oversight.
A U.S. Senate floor vote is anticipated on November 9. Please send letters to Senators Padilla and Schiff, copying Representative Huffman, and your member of Congress outlining your concerns and requesting substantial amendments to the bill. Email your letters to:
Sen. Padilla: Jacob Huls, Policy Advisor — Jacob_Huls@padilla.senate.gov
Sen. Schiff: Michael Harris, Senior Policy Advisor — Michael_Harris@schiff.senate.gov
Rep. Huffman (cc): Brandon Bragato, Staff Director, Subcommittee on Federal Lands — brandon.bragato@mail.house.gov
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