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Today, Senator Maria Elena Durazo reaffirmed her commitment to water affordability by introducing legislation to establish the nation’s first water rate assistance program. If passed, this bill would mark a significant step toward ensuring that all California residents can access affordable water utility bills.

The Trump administration’s latest memo, which directs agencies to freeze funding for popular and effective programs relied upon by millions, is not only misguided but deeply damaging.

President Trump has claimed that his administration will deliver the “cleanest air and water.” This promise will be difficult to fulfill if he continues on his current path. From withdrawing from an international agreement around tackling the climate crisis to unleashing oil and gas production - the Trump administration’s Day 1 Executive Orders and actions enable a polluter free-for-all that puts clean water and clean air at risk while blocking cleaner energy sources like offshore wind.