Utah Action Alert: HEAL Utah calls for volunteers to attend or host an in-home meeting with your legislator concerning nuclear issues in Utah.

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Did you know that the American Black Bear will hibernate for 100 days straight during winter? Winter is now upon us here in Utah , but we can’t afford to go into hibernation! With the Legislative Session starting in 35 days, now is a critical time to meet with your legislators to ensure they represent you.

The best way to meet with legislators before the Legislative session begins is to host or attend an in-home meeting. At an in-home meeting, you invite your legislator to meet with your neighbors and friends in your home. At each meeting, a member of HEAL Utah will give a brief presentation on upcoming legislation. Then you (and your neighbors) will have the opportunity to directly express your beliefs and concerns to your legislator.

Over 2,000 lobbyists represent special interests on Capitol Hill. You can help counter the influence of highly paid lobbyists working in the back-halls of the State Legislature by building a relationship with your legislators and educating them on nuclear and toxic waste issues facing our state.

Please e-mail Jessica@healutah.org or call 801-355-5055 if you are interested in hosting or attending an in-home meeting with your legislator. We know this is a busy season, but we hope that you have some time between now and mid-January to host or attend a meeting.

Will the legislature eliminate EnergySolutions’ Perpetual Care fund and pass the burden of long-term care onto the shoulders of future Utah taxpayers, push for the development of a nuclear power plant on Lake Powell , and allow renewable energy tax credits to expire? Or will we actually close the door to our state being the nation's dumping ground and promote safe, sustainable energy alternatives? You can let those who represent you know your answers.

Jessica Kendrick
Field Organizer
HEAL Utah