Green Jersey

by: Jay Lassiter

Thu Jun 14, 2007 at 10:48:04 AM EDT

The Assembly Telecom and Utilities Committee is hearing arguments for and against A-3301 (aka the "Global Warming Response Act.")

This bill would establish ambitious goals of greenhouse gas omissions cuts by 2020. And pending a favorable vote later, would be released to the full Assembly.

The bill's sponsor, Linda Stender is currently in the hot seat and luckily she's an articulate spokesperson for the cause.  The primary co-sponsors are Valerie Huttle and Reed Gusciora.  I am sure it's no small coincidence that the friends of the planet are also friends of Blue Jersey.

Update: Assemblywoman Huttle weighs in:

Global Warming is one of the most pressing issues that the world faces today. I think NJ can be a leader for the entire nation. Our goal is to cut global warming pollution and emissions by 20 percent below current levels by 2020 and 80 percent by 2050. This not only protects our environment but also our economy. Investments in clean energy and energy efficiency will certainly provide economic stimulus.

A new caucus is being formed by Reed Gusciora called the Green Caucus, I am honored to be a member and look forward to addressing these issues to help make NJ Green.