Each spring, ACTrees members “storm the Hill” in Washington, DC to meet with Members of Congress. The event includes Congressional briefings to educate elected officials and staff about the value of trees and urban forests. It’s also an opportunity to ensure that pending legislation or emerging legislative issues align with ACTrees mission.
ACTrees promotes domestic public policy that builds greener cities through trees and innovative green space development. Investment in urban forests results in long-term economic and health benefits for communities nationwide. Carry the message to your Members of Congress.
TAKE ACTION! Review our tree Advocacy Agenda and reach out to your leaders today. And check out this wrap-up of ACTrees 2013 Policy Summit, help February 26–27, 2013 in Washington, DC.
Related Resources:
Sustainable Urban Forests Coalition
ACTrees Advocacy Agenda
2013 ACTrees Policy Summit
2012 ACTrees Policy Summit
2011 Green Infrastructure Summit
2010 Green Infrastructure Summit
2009 Green Infrastructure Summit