Climate change is one of the greatest threats facing our country, and our community in Pinellas County is one of the most exposed communities in the nation to the impacts of our changing climate. We must invest in clean and renewable energy, so we can create good-paying jobs and protect our local homes and businesses from the dangerous flooding caused by sea-level rise and extreme weather. In Congress, I’ll work to provide more options for affordable flood insurance and homeowners insurance to prepare our community before disaster strikes. I will also protect our precious beaches and our tourism industry by advocating for a permanent ban on off-shore drilling in the Gulf.
We must take action now to address the environmental injustices that have persisted in our community for generations. We need anti-pollution reforms to guarantee all Pinellas communities have clean air, clean water, and safe living conditions. As a lawyer and as a leader in the Florida House, I have championed the protection of our water and natural resources. In Congress, I will continue that fight to protect our environment and the natural places that make Florida so special.
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