ACT! Fund a STRONG Climate Justice Budget for Oregon

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Lawmakers are finalizing the state budget for the next two years. Now is the time to speak up for a strong Climate Justice Budget that protects the environment, uplifts communities, lowers energy bills, and creates clean energy jobs across the state. Use the form below to email your state legislators and urge them to invest in proven programs that deliver for Oregonians.

**Please Note: We recommend you send a separate email to your Senator AND Representative. Due to a system limitation, when you select both legislators’ at once, your email is sent to both parties with the uneditable salutation “Dear Senators / Representatives.”

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