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Public lands are a key tool in the fight against climate change. And right, public lands are up for debate in Congress, as Senator Padilla’s legislation to expand Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in Northern California has advanced through committee. Let us know what you think!

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- Aaron McCall, California Environmental Voters Education Fund

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From: Aaron McCall, California Environmental Voters Education Fund

To: [email protected]

Date: June 5, 2023

Subject: Do public lands matter to you, friend?

Hi friend,

Public lands are part of our identity as Californians, whether it’s an iconic destination like Yosemite or your local park or hiking trail. But public lands are valuable beyond recreation.

Public lands are essential in the fight against climate change.

Nearly one quarter of the state is conserved public lands, meaning land like national and state public parks and wildlife reserves that is owned by the people of California but managed by state and federal agencies to deal with general upkeep, conservation, and public access.

And they are a potential powerhouse when it comes to protecting our clean water, sequestering carbon, and maintaining the health of all Californians.

Right now, our federal legislators are debating whether or not to further the protections of public lands. For instance, California Senator Alex Padilla’s legislation to expand Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument — which comprises 330,780 acres along the Northern California coast — has already passed through the Energy and Natural Resources Committee with bipartisan support.

Friend, let people know public lands matter to you: Sign on to show support for more federal protected public land, like expanding Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument >>

Scientists have also told us that protecting large swaths of public land is one of the most effective ways to address the climate crisis.

Public lands reduce carbon emissions by protecting forests, coastlines, and deserts, promoting natural cycles that help store atmospheric carbon dioxide by sequestering it safely into the ground. They also provide space for renewable energy devotement while also limiting areas where corporate polluters are allowed to mine, drill, or log.

Our deserts, oceans, forests, and mountain ranges have cultural, historical, ecological, and scientific importance that must be protected for generations to come.

When it comes to Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, expanding it would safeguard Molok Luyuk, public lands that are sacred to the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation and critically important to protect in the face of a changing climate.

This area serves as a critical wildlife corridor for species such as tule elk, mountain lions, and bears. It’s also home to imperiled wildlife such as bald and golden eagles and many rare plants.

Protecting this habitat, as well as the habitats in California’s other public lands, would help preserve critically important biodiversity.

Do you want to see the government protecting and expanding our public lands? Add your name so we know you’re with us!

Thanks, as always.

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