About the Protect Water and Nature Initiative

A wide coalition of organizations is also pursuing the Protect Water and Nature Initiative as a question on the November 2026 ballot. If lawmakers don’t act, we’re ready to bring this issue directly to voters through a 2026 ballot question.

Our goals are simple: set aside revenue from the existing state sales tax on sporting goods to raise $100 million every year for protecting and conserving water and nature—without raising taxes. It’s time to invest in our future—clean water, healthy forests, more trails and parks, and access to the outdoors and nature for everyone.

Reach out to the ballot committee by emailing voteyesforwaterandnature@gmail.com, and sign up for a signature collection training today.