ACTION ALERT: Nature for All Bill

March 14, 2025

NATURE FOR ALL BILL

Speak Up for Nature—Urge Your Legislator to Take Action!

Massachusetts has made bold promises to combat climate change and protect our natural spaces—but without dedicated funding, these goals will not be met. The Nature for Massachusetts legislation (HD.2707/SD.2276) will create the Nature for All Fund, ensuring long-term investment in land conservation, clean water protection, and climate resilience. OARS 3 Rivers stands with the Conservation Law Foundation in calling for urgent action to pass this critical bill. Your voice matters—email your legislator today and urge them to cosponsor this legislation!

Please take just 5 minutes to help protect our lands, waters, and climate!

Step 1: Find your state representative here

Step 2: Send them an email urging them to co-sponsor the Nature for All Bill

Don’t have time to draft your email? Don’t worry; we have you covered; just copy and paste the message below into your email.

Subject: Please Cosponsor HD.2707/SD.2276—Nature for Massachusetts Legislation

Dear [Representative’s Name],

I am writing as a concerned constituent and a member of OARS 3 Rivers to urge you to cosponsor the Nature for Massachusetts legislation, HD.2707 and SD.2276. Massachusetts has made ambitious commitments to address climate change and protect its natural resources—aiming to reach net zero by 2050, conserve 30% of the state’s land by 2030, and 40% by 2050. However, without dedicated action and funding, these goals remain out of reach.

The Nature for Massachusetts legislation will establish the Nature for All Fund, providing critical resources to conserve and restore land, protect clean drinking water, and enhance climate resilience. Creating a long-term, sustainable funding stream is essential to ensuring the protection of our natural resources and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

OARS 3 Rivers proudly supports [Organization Name] in advocating for this legislation. Our rivers, wetlands, and watersheds depend on strong policy action to ensure they remain healthy and accessible for future generations. Investing in nature is investing in our communities, clean water, and a livable climate.

I urge you to take a stand for our environment by cosponsoring HD.2707/SD.2276 and ensuring Massachusetts meets its conservation and climate goals. Thank you for your leadership on environmental issues, and I hope to see your support for this critical legislation.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Town]

River Log

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.