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Supporters say constitutional environmental-rights amendment would give residents stronger tools; industry warns of litigation risk
Summary
Public testimony split: environmental and community groups urged the committee to send SJ 37 to voters to enshrine a right to clean air, water and a stable climate; fuel and business groups warned the measure could spur costly litigation and legal uncertainty.
A broad swath of environmental and civic groups told the Government Administration and Elections Committee they back SJ 37, a proposed constitutional amendment that would recognize a right to a clean and healthy environment and a safe and stable climate.
Maya Van Rossum, an environmental attorney and national advocate for constitutional green amendments, said similar provisions in New York, Pennsylvania and Montana have helped communities enforce environmental protections and hold government accountable. “The amendment…
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