The Army Corps’ decision to continue discharges as we reach the end of wet season despite achieving their goal to slow the rise on Lake Okeechobee is akin to Lucy pulling the football out from underneath Charlie Brown. We will not continue to tolerate the abuse. It is time to stop these discharges before the Army Corps causes even more long-term, irreversible damage to our estuary!
Air cargo and freight carriers will play a critical role in the transportation and distribution of coronavirus vaccines. While the FDA considers emergency approval of these vaccines, the air cargo industry has already begun ramping up efforts to prepare for safe and efficient distribution. I’m excited to get to work as the newly named co-chair of the Air Cargo Caucus.
The South Florida Water Management District will host two important water meetings this week to improve water quality and protect our communities from toxic discharges. Learn more and register here:
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I helped introduce the bipartisan Blue Carbon For Our Planet Act to protect critical ecosystems like the St. Lucie Estuary and Indian River Lagoon from damage. This is critical in our fight to protect our environment for generations to come!
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