The Drought Bill (HD.1423/SD.1668) will modernize drought management in Massachusetts, and help keep Massachusetts’ water supplies and rivers healthy in a changing climate. Last session, the bill made historic progress by passing the Senate. Most bills take multiple attempts—let’s make this the year it finally becomes law!
Take 5 minutes to help:
Ask your state legislators to cosponsor the Drought Bill!
Find your legislator and use our sample letter below:
Dear Representative,
My name is [Insert Name] and I am your constituent from [town] (Add any affiliations here too). I urge you to cosponsor the drought bill (HD.1423/SD.1668) which is a top priority for me and my community. It will protect our rivers, water supply, and wildlife from the harmful effects of drought.
Massachusetts’ drought response is a confusing patchwork of conservation measures which limits effectiveness and puts our water supplies, agriculture, and ecosystems at risk. Droughts are becoming longer and more severe, threatening our rivers, drinking water, farms, and fisheries. We need a coordinated response that ensures water savings when our rivers and water supplies need it most.
Massachusetts must modernize its drought response. Please support this bill by cosponsoring it to protect our water, economy, and environment.
Thank you for protecting the Commonwealth’s environment.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Organization, if applicable]
Thanks to the cosponsors already listed from our region — Rep. Kristin Kassner, Rep. Bradley H. Jones, Rep. Tram Nguyen, and Sen. Bruce E. Tarr.