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Why a 3200 ft Buffer is Critical for CA Communities
CalGEM and the Governor’s office have proposed new oil and gas public health rules. They have proposed a 3200-foot setback from new oil and gas wells to protect frontline communities. This is huge -- but we have to make sure the proposal is finalized.
California Currents | Fall 2021
In This Issue: State Dragging its Feet on Hex Chrome | Protecting Communities from Oil and Gas Production | Winning on PFAS | Promoting the Human Right to Water | Rethink Disposable -- Building an Army | Good News on Lead
Jesus Alonso
Jesus was born in Bakersfield, CA and has lived in Lamont most of his life. He has been involved in various civic organizations. In 2012, he began his community organizing work in partnership with the Dolores Huerta Foundation. There he was trained in strategic skill development in community organizing. After his training, he was a lead community organizer in Kern County, addressing youth issues that included: teen pregnancy prevention and advocacy to reverse juvenile school suspensions. He organized house meetings, action events and outreach activities that had a profound impact in the