The federal government currently allows new oil and gas permits on public lands and waters, which jeopardizes our shared natural resources, exacerbates the climate crisis, and disproportionately harms vulnerable communities. Impoverished areas and marginalized groups often bear the brunt of climate disasters fueled by fossil fuel extraction. I urge the administration to take decisive action and ban new oil and gas permits on these public spaces that belong to all Americans. Protecting our public lands and waters from further fossil fuel extraction is crucial for safeguarding our environment, preserving biodiversity, preventing climate catastrophes that devastate the most vulnerable in our society, and transitioning towards clean, renewable energy sources. This preventative measure aligns with the nation's goals of addressing climate change, environmental justice, and leaving a livable planet for future generations.
