Environment
MacKenzie's campaign website claims she "supports initiatives that preserve our environment." Her voting record tells a different story.
District 131's Natural Assets Are Worth Protecting
Pennsylvania House District 131 spans farmland, forests, and suburban communities across three counties. Residents here care deeply about clean air and water, protected open space, and smart growth that doesn't sacrifice the landscapes that make the Lehigh Valley worth living in.
MacKenzie's record on environmental legislation is a pattern of voting against protections while claiming to be a steward of the environment. The gap between what she says and how she votes is one of the clearest contrasts in this race.
MacKenzie's Environmental Voting Record
| Bill / Action | MacKenzie's Vote | What It Meant |
|---|---|---|
| HB 55 Drilling in state parks and forests | SPONSOR | MacKenzie sponsored legislation that would have opened Pennsylvania's state forests and parks to oil and gas drilling. This is the same state land that thousands of District 131 residents use for recreation, hunting, and clean water. |
| SB 831 Carbon dioxide geologic storage (bipartisan) | NO — Against | Voted against a bipartisan bill creating a framework for carbon dioxide geologic storage — a technology that reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The bill was signed into law without her support. |
| HB 2241 Battery disposal stewardship program | NO — Against | Voted against a program to ensure the responsible disposal of batteries — a basic environmental protection measure that prevents toxic chemicals from entering soil and waterways. |
"I support initiatives that preserve our environment." — MacKenzie campaign website
Then she sponsored a bill to drill in the same parks she claims to protect.
Meriam's Environmental Platform
Meriam Sabih is committed to protecting the natural resources that define quality of life in District 131 — and to smart, sustainable development that serves both the environment and the economy.
Protect State Parks and Forests
Pennsylvania's state forests and parks belong to the public. Meriam opposes any scheme to open them to oil and gas extraction. They are assets to be protected, not exploited.
Smart Growth in the Lehigh Valley
District 131's farm fields and open space are irreplaceable. Meriam supports smart growth planning that accommodates community needs without permanently paving over the agricultural and natural character of the region.
Clean Water and Clean Air
Families in District 131 deserve clean drinking water and clean air. Meriam will support strong environmental protections and oppose rollbacks that put public health at risk.
Climate Action
Climate change is real, it is here, and it is affecting Pennsylvania communities. Meriam supports investments in clean energy, carbon reduction, and climate resilience that create jobs while protecting the environment.
Endorsed by environmental organizations
Meriam Sabih is endorsed by Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania and Climate Cabinet — two of the leading environmental advocacy organizations in Pennsylvania.
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