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California’s Car Population is Exploding

January 7th, 2019

Under Senate Bill 375, California seeks to reach their neutrality goal by 2045. Yet, with increased numbers of vehicles being driven, it seems like an unreachable goal. Although newer vehicles have increased fuel efficiency, individuals are still undergoing larger commutes to school, work, and home, which contributes to air pollution and increased emissions.

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California’s water needs: A balancing act sought by Feinstein, Brown

December 11th, 2018

Along with the House of Representatives, Senator Dianne Feinstein is trying to extend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act (WIIN Act) to increase the amount of water for the Central Valley farms by protecting the environment. The act will not only move water into the the drier parts of California, but also construct dams and restore the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.