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LCV and Chispa Statements on Finalized EPA Soot Pollution Standard

For Immediate Release February 7th, 2024 Contact: Jessie Cohen, jcohen@lcv.org Washington, D.C. – In response to EPA finalizing a tightened annual standard for the primary National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter (or PM2.5 NAAQS), the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Chispa released the following statements: “We applaud the Biden-Harris administration’s new, tougher annual standard to cut deadly soot pollution and build a more clean and equitable energy future,” said LCV Vice President of Federal Policy Matthew Davis. “For the second time in just two weeks, President Biden and his administration is delivering big for environmental justice, public health, climate, and science. Communities of color and low wealth communities too often experience disproportionate health impacts and environmental injustices due to exposure to soot pollution from Big Polluters and heavy traffic. While we still need to strengthen the daily standard for soot, cutting the annual standard by a quarter is a significant step forward. The administration must swiftly work with states and local air districts to implement these much improved standards.” *** “Our communities depend on the strongest federal protections against toxic pollution for the health of our air and our communities,” said Chispa National Senior Director Estefany Carrasco-Gonzalez. “Our children and our families have the right to breathe clean air free from soot pollution and for Big Polluters to be held to higher standards. These finalized standards for soot must be implemented quickly by the Biden-Harris administration, and EPA must continue to strive for the strongest federal standards to address environmental injustice for all communities across the country.”   ###

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LCV and Chispa Applaud Biden-Administration Decision to Delay LNG Expansion

January 26, 2024 Contact: Mika Hyer, mhyer@lcv.org, 940-783-2230   Washington, D.C. – In response to the Biden-Harris administration’s decision to reconsider the public interest determination process for LNG export projects, therefore delaying pending approvals, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Chispa released the following statements: “This is huge. The Biden-Harris administration’s decision to take a deeper look at all the impacts of LNG exports is a major step forward towards protecting our families, our communities, and our climate,” said LCV President Gene Karpinski. “This decision sends a clear signal that the administration is taking the global commitment reached in December to transition away from fossil fuels seriously. No president has done more on climate, from day one executive orders to the historic investments in the Inflation Reduction Act to today’s announcement, President Biden is slashing climate pollution, increasing affordable, renewable energy, and transitioning away from fossil fuels. Exporting LNG is harmful to our environment, our economy, and our communities. Continuing to allow the massive expansion of this industry would mean even more toxic pollution and higher energy bills for communities across the country who are already overburdened by pollution and energy costs, and would make it nearly impossible for the world to reach its climate goals. Meanwhile Big Oil is willing to say and spend anything to pad their already record profits. Our future must be powered by clean energy, not the polluting, volatile, and unreliable fossil fuels of the past.” *** “We thank the Biden-Harris administration for listening to our communities experiencing the devastating impacts of massive oil and gas exports firsthand. This is a hopeful and critical step forward to prioritize people over polluters for our future generations and our communities along the Gulf coast,” said Chispa Texas Program Director Elida Castillo. “After record-breaking heat across the country last year, this major action is crucial to combat the climate crisis and environmental injustice, especially for our communities most harmed by toxic pollution from oil and gas extraction. For too long, Big Polluters have been allowed to export more fossil fuels year after year regardless of the cost to communities who are living with even more consequences from toxic pollution, consumers across the country already facing higher costs and unreliable energy sources, and more impacted communities by our reliance on fossil fuels. Despite what Big Oil wants us to believe, renewables are bringing down the energy costs for everyone. This is the path to a more sustainable and equitable clean energy future that stabilizes our economy and supports our domestic energy security.” ###

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Environmental and Community Groups Call for Transparency and Clean Energy in NV Energy’s 2024 Integrated Resource Plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2024 Media contact:  Yazmyn Pelaez, yazmyn@nevadaconservationleague.org, (702) 527-9638 LAS VEGAS, NV — Today, the Nevada Conservation League, Chispa Nevada, and CHR, Inc. (Caring, Helping and Restoring Lives) attended NV Energy’s Consumer Session along with other stakeholders and customers to give public input on the NV Energy’s 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). This IRP will be critical for determining the state’s energy future, and customers continue to demand more clean, affordable, reliable electric service. This consumer session is required under Assembly Bill 524, which was passed by the Legislature in 2023 to increase transparency and strengthen this planning process. Unfortunately, NV Energy only provided the community with 6 days’ notice of this meeting, making it harder for meaningful participation. The utility’s presentation was also light on details, only providing a high level overview of the IRP components. Participants in the consumer session overwhelmingly expressed opposition to the construction of new fossil fuel generation, support for robust clean energy, and called for more notice and greater transparency moving forward. Despite NV Energy’s frequent proclamations of a commitment to reach 100 percent clean energy, their actions speak differently. The utility noted in their presentation that no resources are proposed to move the state closer to its 100 percent goal by 2050. NV Energy has also added nearly 800 MW of new and expanded gas power generation since 2018, with more proposed in the pending fifth amendment to their 2021 IRP. With more than half of the state’s energy coming from gas,Nevada is more exposed and dependent on a single, out-of-state fuel source, and vulnerable to wild swings in electric bills. As NV Energy touts cheaper clean energy for its large customers, Nevada families and small businesses are struggling and want to share in the benefits of low-cost, pollution-free electricity. So far, the utility has not demonstrated leadership in advancing transparency, collaboration, or forward-thinking resource planning, and as a result both customers and the climate are paying the price. The utility’s next Integrated Resource Plan is due later this year, and these advocates are emphasizing NV Energy’s responsibility to provide a transparent and comprehensive plan that aligns with state clean energy and climate objectives, promotes environmental justice, and leverages federal clean energy funding to provide the best electric service at the least cost for customers. This has been outlined further in a recent op-ed from NCL Executive Director Kristee Watson. “The next IRP is due this year and we cannot afford to miss this moment for clean energy because of poor planning and self-interest on the part of our electric utility,” said Kristee Watson, Executive Director of the Nevada Conservation League. “Better planning and more transparency will result in better decisions that benefit Nevada’s families, businesses, and environment. That’s why we’re calling on NV Energy to step up and deliver on its promises of stable, affordable, clean power for all Nevadans — our future depends on it.” “Like many NV Energy customers, we were surprised to receive an email last week of a consumer session today on the utility’s Integrated Resource Plan —  the most important utility plan for the future of energy in Nevada,” said Audrey Peral, Program Director for Chispa Nevada. “Not only is NV Energy failing to conduct adequate community engagement, they are also ignoring consumer demands for lower rates and more investments in clean energy. We urge the PUCN to hold NV Energy accountable to a more transparent and community-centered process for utility planning.” “I have borne witness to the hardships and inequity caused by soaring energy bills. Families and small businesses in Nevada are bearing the brunt of NV Energy’s resource planning decisions, and they deserve a voice in the process and a genuine commitment to affordable, clean energy solutions,” said Dr. Mary House, CEO of CHR, Inc. “NV Energy’s actions, including the inadequate notice and lack of information prior to this crucial meeting, starkly contrast with the needs of their customers. We demand that the utility responds to our repeated calls for a resource-planning process that includes the voices of all its customers, especially those most affected by their actions.”  Learn more about AB 524 here. ###

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Nevada to Receive $7.7MM Federal Grant for Electric School Buses

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week that Nevada will receive $7.7 million from EPA’s 2023 Clean School Bus Grant Program to deploy 25 electric school buses across Nevada. The Clean School Bus Program is a competitive funding opportunity that is part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This effort is a result of a partnership between the Nevada Clean Energy Fund (NCEF), NV Energy, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP), and the World Resources Institute (WRI)’s Electric School Bus Initiative. NCEF, who led the application and will be responsible for administering the funds, is a nonprofit organization that provides financial and technical resources to accelerate clean energy growth in Nevada. The award will replace 25 diesel buses with zero-emission electric school buses across Nevada over the next three years. The effort is expected to significantly lower fuel and maintenance costs while reducing harmful air pollution in the communities where the electric school buses are deployed. By stacking this award with other funds, such as NV Energy’s Electric School Bus Vehicle-to-Grid Trial Program, the Volkswagen Settlement Funds administered by NDEP, and federal tax credits, schools can get electric school buses at no upfront cost. NCEF, NV Energy, and WRI will also provide technical assistance to school districts on the procurement and installation of the buses and bus chargers. Lander County, Elko County, Lyon County, Douglas County, and Carson City School Districts are slated to receive funding for electric school buses from NCEF’s award. Other interested school districts should contact NCEF at info@nevadacef.org. “The Nevada Clean Energy Fund is proud to bring these federal funds into Nevada to provide tangible health and economic benefits to our schools, students, and communities,” said Kirsten Stasio, CEO of NCEF. “This collaborative, statewide effort, enables us to make the electric school bus opportunity accessible to every Nevada school district, whether rural or urban, big or small.” “We are excited about this opportunity to further reduce emissions of greenhouse gases and harmful air pollutants in Nevada’s communities,” said Jennifer Carr, Administrator at NDEP. “The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection is looking forward to collaborating with NCEF, NV Energy, and all the other partners, as well as continuing to invest VW Settlement Funds to benefit more schools. “NV Energy’s electric school bus vehicle-to-grid trial gives school districts a realistic pathway to deploy electric school buses while supporting local grid resilience,” said Marie Steele, Vice President of Electrification & Energy Services for NV Energy. “This award from the EPA, and the Statewide collaboration, is critical for the ability to continue NV Energy’s longstanding effort to work with and support Nevada’s school districts.” “As a small, rural school district, getting an electric school bus would not be possible without the partnership and support of the Nevada Clean Energy Fund and NV Energy,” said Russell Klein, Superintendent of Lander County School District. “Thanks to this award, our school district has the opportunity to achieve fuel cost savings and test out electric buses at zero out-of-pocket cost to the school district,” said Seth Canning, Director of Transportation at Elko County School District. “These learnings are essential for electric school buses to become a larger part of our future school bus fleet. “We are looking forward to integrating six electric school buses into our fleet using these funds,” said Harman Bains, Executive Director of Operations at the Lyon County School District. “Although the transition won’t be without its challenges, we firmly believe that the benefits will make the effort worthwhile.” “We’re thrilled to partner with school bus electrification champions Nevada Clean Energy Fund and NV Energy to help bring clean-running electric school buses to school districts and communities across Nevada,” said Sue Gander, Director of the WRI Electric School Bus Initiative. “When green banks, state governments, utilities, school districts, advocates and other stakeholders across the school transportation ecosystem work together, we can accelerate the equitable transition to electric school buses and deliver important health, environmental and economic benefits to those who need them the most.” “As the mother of an asthmatic child, I know how the black smoke of diesel pollution contaminates the air our children breathe and worsens conditions like asthma,” said Areli Sanchez, promotora with Chispa Nevada. “Our children deserve to breathe clean air, and I’m one of many parents who want to see electric school buses at every school in Nevada to reduce hospitalizations due to asthma. We congratulate the Nevada Clean Energy Fund on winning this grant award, and thank the EPA Clean School Bus Program for bringing additional funding to our state. Chispa Nevada will continue to work with school districts to ensure we provide a clean ride for kids and we look forward to seeing these buses circulating in our communities.” The grant proposal was supported by Nevada’s U.S. Senators, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Senator Jacky Rosen, who worked to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “I’m thrilled to see these federal dollars I secured for clean buses coming to Nevada to help our schools lower their energy costs and keep kids safe and healthy,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “Nevada’s clean energy boom is creating jobs and helping students and families across the state, and I’ll always fight to provide Nevadans with the resources they need to succeed.” About the Nevada Clean Energy Fund (NCEF): NCEF is a nonprofit organization that supports a thriving, affordable, and accessible clean energy economy by providing financial and technical resources to Nevadans. NCEF was established by state legislation in 2017 as the state’s green bank. About the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP): NDEP’s mission is to preserve and enhance the environment of the State in order to protect public health, sustain healthy ecosystems, and contribute to a vibrant economy. NDEP is a division of the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. About NV Energy: NV Energy, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, is an energy holding company headquartered in Nevada whose principal subsidiaries are Nevada Power and Sierra Pacific. Today, its service area covers nearly 46,000 square miles, including the communities of Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, and Elko. NV Energy provides a wide range of energy services to

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LCV and Chispa Statements on EPA’s Clean School Bus Grant Program Announcement

For Immediate Release January 8, 2024 Contact: Mika Hyer, mhyer@lcv.org, 940-783-2230 Washington, D.C.— In response to today’s EPA announcement awarding $965 million to school districts from the Clean School Bus Grants program, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Chispa released the following statements: “The Biden-Harris administration is continuing to deliver on historic investments towards a clean energy future with more clean buses that will help address environmental injustice in the communities of color and communities with low wealth, and increase good paying union jobs in our country,” said LCV Government Affairs Advocate for Climate & Clean Energy Darien Davis. “These investments will ensure that 7.5 million students across the country will have a clean ride to school. As the EPA continues to fund electric buses for our youth and communities to breathe cleaner air, we must ensure these benefits are prioritized to reach the communities of color and communities with low wealth that are most impacted by toxic air pollution.” *** “Communities of color and low-income communities across the country experience higher rates of respiratory and other illness due to exposure to dirty air,” said Chispa National Director Estefany Carrasco-Gonzalez. “This latest announcement from EPA is a great step toward ensuring cleaner, safer, healthier air for all communities, particularly for our children in historically excluded communities who are more than twice as likely to have respiratory diseases like asthma than children living in higher income areas, by helping these communities to replace toxic, diesel school buses with cleaner, electric models. Already, the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program has doubled the number of electric school buses in the country, and we are excited to continue to work with EPA to further an equitable and just transition to electric school buses.” ###

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TODAY Latine Families Will Testify Against Yet Another Southwest Gas Increase

December 12, 2023Contact: Carolina Chacon | carolina@chaconconsulting.com | 702-810-7155 TODAY Latine Families Will Testify Against Yet Another Southwest Gas Increase Public Utilities Commission of Nevada will host Consumer Sessions on Southwest Gas rate application, which would increase the utility’s revenue by $70 million next year LAS VEGAS, Nev — As Southwest Gas proposes yet another rate hike, today utility customers and members of Chispa Nevada already struggling to pay their bills will ask the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) to protect Nevada consumers and reject any more rate increases.Southwest Gas has submitted a proposal to the PUCN that would raise rates by nearly $70 million next year, hiking utility bills by $55 to $100 per home per year. Southwest Gas says raising gas prices on Nevada customers — after at least four other such increases in the last year alone — is necessary to increase its revenue. The utility is already guaranteed profits of 7.27% for any expenses related to the infrastructure needed to provide service.The PUCN will host two Consumer Sessions today to hear public comments regarding this proposal, designated as Docket No. 23-09012. Nevada consumers will testify that they can’t keep up with the high costs of gas, which is not only bad for family budgets but also for public health and the environment, and deliver a petition signed by over 500 Nevadans calling for a halt to gas rate increases. WHO: Utility customers and members of Chispa Nevada WHEN: Today, December 14, 2023 at 1pm and 6pm WHAT: Public comment at PUCN Consumer Sessions over Southwest Gas proposed annual revenue increase WHERE: Public Utilities Commission of Nevada 9075 West Diablo Drive, Suite 250 Las Vegas, NV 89148 ###   About Chispa Nevada: Chispa Nevada is a program of the League of Conservation Voters that builds the power of Latine communities to fight for climate justice and our democracy.

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Gregory, TX Residents Lobby to Save Their Town From LNG

In the heart of South Texas, a group of resilient community members came together with a common goal: to protect their homes, their families, and their environment from the adverse effects of Methane Gas (LNG) exports. Their stories are a testament to the power of grassroots organizing, advocacy, and the determination of individuals to bring about change. Join us as we delve into the dangers of methane gas exports and the inspiring journey of five Chispa Texas community members who lobbied their members of Congress to end LNG exports. What’s Happening in Texas  LNG stands for Liquefied Natural Gas, but there’s nothing natural about it. It’s gas primarily made up of methane, one of the more potent greenhouse gasses. As methane gas (LNG) exports expand, low-income communities of color are disproportionately affected, their environmental concerns and impacts continue to grow. Methane Gas (LNG) facilities release emissions and pollutants, affecting air quality in surrounding neighborhoods and posing health risks to communities across Texas and the Coastal Bend. The LNG facilities also require large amounts of water for cooling and safety measures, affecting local water sources and ecosystems. Furthermore, the construction and operation of LNG facilities produce noise and light pollution, disrupting nearby residents’ quality of life and mental health. And, while communities in Texas are paying a steep price — their health and wellbeing — corporate polluters, like Cheniere in Gregory, are extracting massive profits. The LNG Industry’s Impact on the People and Planet LNG exports have surged in recent years, driven by the promise of economic growth and energy independence. However, the harsh reality is that this industry has brought many problems to South Texans, particularly low-income communities and communities of color. Air Pollution: LNG facilities emit significant pollutants into the air, including volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides, which contribute to poor air quality and can exacerbate respiratory problems. For communities already burdened by pollution, this is a grave concern. Extreme Heat: The LNG industry’s infrastructure, including massive storage tanks and pipelines, absorbs and radiates heat, creating localized “heat islands.” These extreme heat pockets disproportionately affect low-income communities and communities of color, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses and discomfort during scorching Texas summers. Disproportionate Impact on low-income communities and communities of color: Low-income communities and communities of color often bear the brunt of industrial development. The expansion of LNG facilities has further deepened these disparities, as they tend to be located near these communities, exacerbating existing environmental and health inequalities. The Voices of Change Community members from Chispa, Texas, refused to remain silent despite these injustices. They recognized the urgency of their situation and decided to take matters into their own hands. Below, Chispa Texas community leaders share their experiences and why they are lobbying. Carmen Hernandez: “Towns are dying around us, and it needs to stop. We are here to make that statement so the continuance of expansion stops. The American people, us citizens in these small towns, want to keep on living for as long as we can. The future of our children is at stake” (Carmen Hernandez) Angelica Cuevas from Gregory, Texas: “I’m interested in taking care of my town, the atmosphere, the knowledge of what it takes to better our lives in such a short time because there is so much to do and so much to say, but we don’t know how to.” Gwendolyn Jones from Freeport, Texas: “I want people to understand, when we have information, we have to share it with everyone because that is where the power is at. And that’s going to make the biggest difference in changing the nightmare of fossil fuels and climate change” (Gwendolyn Jones ) Their Journey to Congress For many community members, this was their first time on a plane. It was a whole new experience from the travel to the destination; it was all new, different, and slightly overwhelming. These determined community members recognized that for change to reflect their community’s needs, they needed to travel all the way to Washington, D.C., to raise the concerns they’ve experienced in South Texas. They lobbied their congressional representatives, sharing their stories and demanding action. They engaged in open dialogues with their elected officials to ensure they shed light on these stories in the rooms of Capitol Hill. (Chispa Texas members lobbying Rep. Crockett) This is only the beginning  The Gregory community’s efforts should be noticed. Together with allies and concerned citizens, they urged their congressional representatives to take action. We need stricter regulations on LNG exports and to prioritize environmental justice in decision-making processes. The story of these five community members from Chispa, Texas, serves as a powerful reminder that individuals can make a difference when they come together for a common cause. Their resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment to protecting their communities from the harmful effects of LNG exports are a testament to the power of grassroots activism. As we look to the future, we must continue supporting and amplifying the voices of those most affected by environmental injustices. Together, we can work towards a more equitable and sustainable future for all.

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LCV and Chispa Texas Statement on Final 2024-2029 5-Year Offshore Drilling Program

For Immediate Release SEP 29, 2023 Contact: Mika Hyer, mhyer@lcv.org, 940-783-2230 Washington, D.C. — In response to the Department of Interior’s announcement of the Program for the 2024-2029 National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program, the League of Conservation Voters and Chispa Texas released the following statements: “It’s disappointing that the Biden-Harris administration issued a final five-year plan that includes new leasing that could lead to decades more fossil fuel dependency and climate pollution,” said America Fitzpatrick, LCV Conservation Program Director. “While three lease sales is fewer than what was initially proposed and fewer than previous five-year plans, LCV remains firmly opposed to Congress tying the expansion of offshore wind development to more oil and gas leasing off our coasts. We stand with frontline and coastal communities in calling on the Biden-Harris administration to do everything they possibly can to protect our coasts, our health, and our climate” *** “Our country is feeling the impacts of increased costs as we continue the practice of exporting our natural resources, while placing our coastal communities in harm’s way through more offshore drilling,” said Elida Castillo, Chispa Texas Program Director. “We bear the brunt of the impacts to our health and environment. We need more protections that will mitigate the warming of our oceans, rising sea levels, stronger hurricanes, and the decimation of our aquatic ecosystems, which sustain our fishing and tourism economies. Public waters belong to the public, and we should do more to protect our oceans and communities and prioritize investments in proven renewable energies and conservation.” ###

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LCV and Chispa Statements on House Vote to Undo Strong Car Standards

  For Immediate Release SEP 14th, 2023 Contact: Mika Hyer, mhyer@lcv.org, 940-783-2230 Washington D.C. — In response to today’s House floor vote on H.R. 1435, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Chispa released the following statements: “Republicans are determined to roll back electric vehicle benefits for families, harm our global competitiveness, and weaken car standards that keep our communities safe in favor of polluters and special interests,” said LCV Climate & Clean Energy Government Affairs Advocate Darien Davis. “Today’s vote forced by extremist House Republicans is disappointing but not unexpected as they continue to do everything in their power to stall progress towards a clean energy future and block states’ rights to deliver cleaner air to their residents in favor of their fossil fuel cronies. Transitioning to zero-emission vehicles will mean cleaner air for our communities and our children in historically excluded communities who suffer the most from toxic air pollution. “In addition, we stand in solidarity with UAW and underscore their demands of the Big Three to ensure the future of electric vehicles guarantees good jobs for families across the country. Stronger clean vehicles standards help boost innovation, good jobs, and local investments to keep our manufacturing at the cutting edge of transportation.” *** “With today’s vote, House Republicans have once again shown that they value the interests of Big Polluters over the health and safety of our communities,” said Chispa National Director Estefany Carrasco-Gonzalez. “The science is clear: we must transition away from traditional combustion engines to secure a safe future for the planet and breathable air for our children and comunidades, yet extreme House Republicans continue to ignore the impacts of air pollution and put our communities, especially those who have been historically excluded, at risk. Congress must take immediate action to place the needs of people over polluter interests by strengthening clean transportation policies instead of weakening them. “While it is important to embrace cleaner transportation, we cannot do so without ensuring good jobs for the workers critical to facilitating this transition. Chispa supports the UAW in their demands and stands in solidarity with autoworkers.” ###

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LCV and Chispa Applaud Redesignation of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela

For Immediate Release SEP 21, 2023 Contact: Mika Hyer, mhyer@lcv.org, 940-783-2230 Washington, DC — In response to today’s announcement by the Biden-Harris administration to redesignate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Chispa released the following statements: “We applaud the Biden-Harris administration on their decision to protect more communities facing devastating impacts of an authoritarian government and the climate crisis by redesignating Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela,” said LCV Senior Civic Engagement Director Hilda Nucete. “This decision based on ‘humanitarian, security, political, and environmental conditions’ is a much needed response to the interconnected challenges of the climate crisis and threats to democracy. In the wake of the hottest summer on record and the continued impacts of extreme weather for migrants who have walked for months seeking asylum and pollution on communities carrying the greatest burdens from the climate crisis, we need these protections for families who cannot safely return home.” *** “Communities in Venezuela are facing disastrous circumstances as a direct result of the fossil fuel industry, the climate crisis, and authoritarian government,” said Chispa National Director Estefany Carrasco-Gonzalez. “For too long, our comunidades from Venezuela who have had to flee their homes have not been granted the protections they need and deserve. We greatly appreciate the Biden-Harris administration for their decision to protect more communities through the redesignation of Temporary Protected Status.” ###

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