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Help Build Green Jobs, Not Jails in California!
HELP WIN BILLIONS FOR GREEN JOBS IN CALIFORNIA: In recent weeks, the Ella Baker Center and a growing statewide coalition has made great strides on a state bill (SB 1672, Steinberg) that would invest $2.25 BILLION to create jobs in clean energy industries and provide educational pathways for low-income Californians into the growing green economy. We're working with incoming Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg on this visionary bill, which would direct at least 15% of the funds to help California's most disadvantaged communities. Help fight poverty and pollution at the same time by signing on your organization in support today.
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Richmond Requiring Comprehensive Cap on Chevron's Crude Oil
Community applauds the decision as necessary to prevent more pollution and related health ailments in the Bay Area
(Richmond, CA) The Richmond Planning Commission voted to require a comprehensive crude cap" as a part of Chevron's proposed expansion of its Richmond oil refinery.
"This was a significant step forward for environmental justice in the city of Richmond and beyond," said Dr. Henry Clark, executive director of the West County Toxics Coalition.
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