Add a right to clean air, water, and environment to the Oregon Constitution
Add a right to clean air, water, and environment to the Oregon Constitution
Recent signers:
Peter Schnell and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
The beautiful state of Oregon, known for its lush forests and breathtaking landscapes, is experiencing an environmental crisis. The increasing frequency and severity of wildfires are not only destroying our landscapes but also polluting the air we breathe. Simultaneously, contaminated groundwater is threatening our health and the health of our communities. As an Oregonian, this is deeply personal. Every breath we take and every sip of water should contribute to our health, not harm it.
Wildfires have devastating effects on our air quality, releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. According to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, air pollution during wildfires can reach levels that are dangerous to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. This is not just an environmental concern; it is a public health crisis that must be addressed urgently.
Moreover, groundwater contamination is a growing concern, with pesticides, nitrates, and other pollutants finding their way into our drinking water supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency states that over 90% of the population in some areas rely on groundwater, making this issue critical for the well-being of countless Oregonians.
We are at a crossroads. To ensure a healthy future for our children and the generations to come, we must act now by enshrining the right to clean air, water, and a safe environment in the Oregon Constitution. This legal protection will empower citizens and hold industries accountable, ensuring that our state's natural resources are used sustainably and preserved for future generations.
By adding this right to our state constitution, Oregon can prove to be a pioneer in environmental protection, setting a precedent for other states to follow. We have the opportunity to prioritize our health, our environment, and our future.
Please join us in calling upon the Oregon legislature to take decisive action and protect our right to clean air, water, and a healthy environment. Sign this petition to demand constitutional protection for these essential rights.
Wildfires have devastating effects on our air quality, releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. According to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, air pollution during wildfires can reach levels that are dangerous to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. This is not just an environmental concern; it is a public health crisis that must be addressed urgently.
Moreover, groundwater contamination is a growing concern, with pesticides, nitrates, and other pollutants finding their way into our drinking water supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency states that over 90% of the population in some areas rely on groundwater, making this issue critical for the well-being of countless Oregonians.
We are at a crossroads. To ensure a healthy future for our children and the generations to come, we must act now by enshrining the right to clean air, water, and a safe environment in the Oregon Constitution. This legal protection will empower citizens and hold industries accountable, ensuring that our state's natural resources are used sustainably and preserved for future generations.
By adding this right to our state constitution, Oregon can prove to be a pioneer in environmental protection, setting a precedent for other states to follow. We have the opportunity to prioritize our health, our environment, and our future.
Please join us in calling upon the Oregon legislature to take decisive action and protect our right to clean air, water, and a healthy environment. Sign this petition to demand constitutional protection for these essential rights.
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Recent signers:
Peter Schnell and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
The beautiful state of Oregon, known for its lush forests and breathtaking landscapes, is experiencing an environmental crisis. The increasing frequency and severity of wildfires are not only destroying our landscapes but also polluting the air we breathe. Simultaneously, contaminated groundwater is threatening our health and the health of our communities. As an Oregonian, this is deeply personal. Every breath we take and every sip of water should contribute to our health, not harm it.
Wildfires have devastating effects on our air quality, releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. According to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, air pollution during wildfires can reach levels that are dangerous to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. This is not just an environmental concern; it is a public health crisis that must be addressed urgently.
Moreover, groundwater contamination is a growing concern, with pesticides, nitrates, and other pollutants finding their way into our drinking water supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency states that over 90% of the population in some areas rely on groundwater, making this issue critical for the well-being of countless Oregonians.
We are at a crossroads. To ensure a healthy future for our children and the generations to come, we must act now by enshrining the right to clean air, water, and a safe environment in the Oregon Constitution. This legal protection will empower citizens and hold industries accountable, ensuring that our state's natural resources are used sustainably and preserved for future generations.
By adding this right to our state constitution, Oregon can prove to be a pioneer in environmental protection, setting a precedent for other states to follow. We have the opportunity to prioritize our health, our environment, and our future.
Please join us in calling upon the Oregon legislature to take decisive action and protect our right to clean air, water, and a healthy environment. Sign this petition to demand constitutional protection for these essential rights.
Wildfires have devastating effects on our air quality, releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. According to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, air pollution during wildfires can reach levels that are dangerous to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. This is not just an environmental concern; it is a public health crisis that must be addressed urgently.
Moreover, groundwater contamination is a growing concern, with pesticides, nitrates, and other pollutants finding their way into our drinking water supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency states that over 90% of the population in some areas rely on groundwater, making this issue critical for the well-being of countless Oregonians.
We are at a crossroads. To ensure a healthy future for our children and the generations to come, we must act now by enshrining the right to clean air, water, and a safe environment in the Oregon Constitution. This legal protection will empower citizens and hold industries accountable, ensuring that our state's natural resources are used sustainably and preserved for future generations.
By adding this right to our state constitution, Oregon can prove to be a pioneer in environmental protection, setting a precedent for other states to follow. We have the opportunity to prioritize our health, our environment, and our future.
Please join us in calling upon the Oregon legislature to take decisive action and protect our right to clean air, water, and a healthy environment. Sign this petition to demand constitutional protection for these essential rights.
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Petition created on March 13, 2026