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The Rhode Island chapter of Clean Water Action named state Sen. Alana DiMario (D-Dist. 36, Narragansett, North Kingstown, New Shoreham) as its newest legislative champion for her work protecting the state’s water from toxic chemicals.
DiMario was recently presented with an award during the organization’s 22nd annual “Breakfast of Champions.” The senator was recognized for her lead role in passing legislation to reform the process for siting solar developments, as well as her work in banning toxic chemicals known as PFAS from common items in Rhode Island.
“I am honored and humbled to receive this award from the hardworking team at Clean Water Action,” DiMario said. “Rhode Island is lucky to have passionate advocates and lawmakers who work hard preserving access to clean water, building a green electrical grid and fulfilling the promises we made in the Act on Climate. My role as chair of the Senate Environment and Agriculture Committee has been to support the efforts of all my fellow legislators to successfully pass the environmental protections we need to preserve Rhode Island for generations to come. I accept this award on behalf of all my colleagues who continue to push forward this vital work.”
Clean Water Action is a national organization dedicated to protecting the environment. The organization’s Rhode Island chapter works to build a clean water and clean energy future by empowering communities, advocating for policies, and supporting solutions.
Clean Water Action’s annual “Breakfast of Champions” took place Friday, May 17, at the Edgewood Yacht Club in Cranston. Also awarded at the breakfast were Rep. David A. Bennett (D-Dist. 20, Warwick, Cranston), University of Rhode Island Clinical Professor of Environmental Communication Dr. Sunshine Menezes, President of the Friends of the Saugatucket Bill McCusker, The Childhood Lead Action Project, IBEW Local 99 Business Manager Joe Walsh and youth activist and leader Jaylyn McNeill.
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