Democratic lawmakers push for new 'Climate Accountability Act' in Eau Claire

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - Democratic lawmakers gathered in downtown Eau Claire Friday afternoon to discuss new legislation that targets climate change.

The politicians joined Citizen Action at Eau Claire Outdoors to outline a proposed assembly bill introduced last month known as the ‘Climate Accountability Act’.

The bill would support creating a viable carbon emission reduction plan for Wisconsin. It would also set a goal of reducing emissions by 52% by 2030.

Democratic Rep. Christian Phelps is a supporter of the bill because he believes Wisconsin is running out of time.

“There’s no scenario where we simply just don’t pay. We either pay by destroying the planet or we pay by investing in renewable energy and by divesting from carbon emissions. I would rather do the latter,” he said.

Right now, the act is broadly supported by Democrats. Phelps said the issue should have bi-partisan support. He said the Climate Reduction Act would provide economic equity and improve quality of life.

You can read full text of the Climate Accountability Act here.

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