An article from the National Law Review discusses a recent measure passed in Everett, Washington, granting the Snohomish River watershed legally enforceable rights to exist, regenerate, and flourish. The article explains that this measure empowers residents to take legal action to protect the watershed from harm. Proponents see this as a groundbreaking move for environmental conservation, while critics raise concerns about potential legal challenges and impacts on future development projects.
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by: Eric L. Christensen, Erika H. Spanton, Christopher M. Bolte of Beveridge & Diamond PC