Environmental Justice
Advancing environmental policies that are community-driven and protect access to clean air and water, particularly in California neighborhoods disproportionately affected by environmental pollution.
Environmental Justice Lead
Adriana Sanchez-Ochoa
Chief Deputy Directoradriana.sanchez-ochoa@nextgenpolicy.org“Access to affordable drinking water is a fundamental human right yet a major issue in California. No one should have to choose between clean water and their own basic human needs. No water shutoffs!”
Environmental Justice Advocacy
SB 222
Low-Income Water Rate Assistance (LIRA) Program (Dodd)
Provides affordability assistance, for both drinking water and wastewater services, for Californians experiencing financial hardship.
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