Environmental Justice

The legacies of harmful land use policies and environmental catastrophes have left a lasting imprint on the health, well-being, and quality of life of residents in disadvantaged communities across the First District. That is why I have been a steadfast champion of environmental justice throughout my career, and I was honored to be the first woman to be recognized with a John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for my work securing environmental protections for communities of color. I have advanced initiatives to hold polluters accountable and prepare our communities for a changing climate.