Congress must vote NO on BAAJA

Climate change is the greatest long-term threat to national parks. Cutting pollution through smartly sited clean energy projects and a more robust power grid is a positive step towards combatting climate change. But as written, the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026 (BAAJA) is not the answer.

BAAJA weakens critical safeguards that help protect national parks, historic resources, wildlife and Tribal sovereignty. It gives industrial developers new ways and the power to build regardless of the potential impacts. Everything from a mine on the doorstep of a park to a pipeline through a tribal community, this bill shifts the balance of power from our communities to companies.

National parks need climate solutions, but they also need strong protections. Congress can advance clean energy without silencing communities, weakening Tribal consultation or putting irreplaceable park resources at risk. Urge Congress to vote NO.

Never called Congress before? No worries! Here are some suggested talking points to use when calling your elected officials:

Sample Talking Points

Hello, my name is ________, and I’m calling from ________ (town/state).

I strongly urge you to vote NO on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026.

It weakens critical safeguards that help protect national parks, historic resources, wildlife and Tribal sovereignty.

Federal decisions affecting our parks should be informed by the people who know them best.

Thank you.

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