Washington SB5380 aims to improve environmental justice by requiring assessments for projects in pollution-burdened communities.
Washington SB5380 introduces measures to enhance environmental justice by mandating environmental justice impact statements for projects in pollution-burdened communities. These statements must assess potential environmental and public health stressors, including air and water pollution, environmental hazards, and social determinants of health. The bill requires public hearings and participation in these communities, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
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