I was pleased to join a panel discussion with @cleanandprosperous.bsky.social last week on how we can accelerate the shift to clean energy. We’re on the right path, and we need to pick up the pace so we are ready for the challenges ahead.

This support comes at a historic moment as millions of gallons of tank waste dating back nearly 80 years are now being turned into glass for long-term disposal. Funding would also continue critical, sitewide environmental cleanup efforts to protect the Columbia River and surrounding community.

Clean, affordable transportation is not some lofty, futuristic goal - it is already underway. Washington and like-minded governments are proving that state leadership, smart policy, and public demand can drive lasting progress. The momentum is real, and we are not slowing down.

We’re also working with other states to defend our rights in court and collaborate through efforts like the @usclimate.bsky.social and the Accelerating to Zero Coalition also helps us stay in the driver’s seat on climate progress. State-level action and coordination are critical to lasting success.

Despite federal rollbacks, we’re not backing down. Washington has committed $130 million to zero-emission trucks, tripled public charging over the past decade, and we also just launched ZEVergreen, a statewide effort to shape the next wave of clean transportation policy.

People want to make the switch—it's more affordable and good for the climate. So this is about breaking down barriers to adoption.

Members’ honest comments about the challenges of navigating regulations while providing critical services to their communities were taken to heart.

We’re committed to working together tackle these issues and provide excellent service to the people of Washington.

These projects and ongoing activities across the site serve as a reminder of the importance to keep advocating for a compliant federal cleanup budget to keep this work on track.