NextGen America Builds Support for Oregon’s Cap-And-Invest Program

Mobilizes thousands of Oregonians and expands coalition to support cap-and-invest proposal

SALEM, OR — With legislative session in full swing in Oregon, NextGen America has shifted into a new phase of its campaign to support cap-and-invest legislation — mobilizing supporters to urge their legislators to pass the bill this year. Since launching its advocacy campaign in December, NextGen has engaged and educated thousands of Oregonians across the state, and has supported Renew Oregon’s efforts to expand its coalition of business, faith, and community leaders who back the legislation.

“As the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans eliminate crucial public protections for clean air and water and reward corporate polluters with massive tax cuts, Oregon legislators have the opportunity to stand up to corrupting interests and fight for their constituents,” said NextGen America President Tom Steyer. “Oregonians from every corner of the state are demanding their representatives take action to protect the health and prosperity of their communities and seize this opportunity to lead on climate.”

Through digital ads, emails, and texting, NextGen America is now mobilizing cap-and-invest supporters to call and write their legislators in Salem throughout the remainder of the legislative session. In addition to digital organizing, NextGen is supporting Renew Oregon’s efforts to expand the coalition of Oregon leaders pushing for cap-and-invest legislation. Currently, over 830 businesses, 50 organizations, 140 farmers, and 128 faith leaders are working together to urge their representatives in Salem to pass this proposal.

Oregonians overwhelmingly support greenhouse gas emission reductions. A recent poll by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication shows that 76% of Oregonians want to see CO2 regulated as a pollutant. Leaders across the country are watching the cap-and-invest debate in Oregon. Passing this legislation would send a powerful message to politicians around the country that Americans want bold action to create a cleaner, more prosperous future.