Activists gathered Thursday to encourage lawmakers to pass legislation which would require companies that contribute to pollution to be assessed fees in California.

Supporters of the bills – SB 684 and AB 1243 – said the timing was especially relevant given wildfires and floods that have affected the county in recent years.

“I stand with our region’s climate advocates and youth leaders to demand what’s long overdue: polluters paying their fair share,” said San Diego City Council President Joe LaCava. “If you profit from causing environmental damage, you should be responsible for the cost of repair.”

He added that the legislation, dubbed the Polluters Pay Climate Superfund, will hold Big Oil accountable, fund projects that combat climate change, strengthen resilience, and support disaste

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