Take Action: Protect Illinois Wetlands
3/4/24
Action Required
Protect Illinois wetlands! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting SB3669 by the end of the day Tuesday, March 5.
Witness slips are a quick and easy way to help show support for the bill. Here are some tips:
In Section I, fill out your information. In the 'Firm/Business or Agency' and 'Title' boxes, enter "Self"
In Section II Representation, enter “Self” into the box
In Section III Position, mark "Proponent"
In Section IV Testimony, mark "Record of Appearance Only"
The Illinois Senate Judiciary Committee will meet Tuesday, March 5, at 3:00 pm to discuss SB3669.
Background
Wetlands are one of Illinois' greatest natural assets.
Wetlands keep our water clean, filtering pollution from farm fields that would otherwise contaminate streams and drinking water sources, harming our health. They soak up excess rainwater and protect communities from flooding. As natural carbon sinks, wetlands can help us fight climate change. Wetlands are critical habitat for migratory birds and wildlife.
Tell your legislators to support SB3669/HB5386, which creates the Wetlands and Small Streams Protection Act to restore protections for wetlands and small streams that were formerly protected from pollution and destruction by the Clean Water Act.
League Position
The League supports the preservation of the physical, chemical, and biological integrity of the ecosystem and maximum protection of public health and the environment. The interrelationships of air, water, and land resources should be recognized in designing environmental safeguards. The League’s environmental protection and anti-pollution goals aim to prevent ecological degradation and to reduce and control pollutants.
The League supports development of a comprehensive land use policy for Illinois that provides for orderly growth while preserving the environment, conservation of natural resources, preservation of open space and protection of prime agricultural land from lesser uses and intensive development.