Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.8.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Standing for Washington Legal Standing for Nature ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://standingforwashington.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Comment: Latest BP pipeline spill proves why a river's rights matter](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/12/06/comment-latest-bp-pipeline-spill-proves-why-a-rivers-rights-matter/) - [Everett Herald :: Saturday December 6, 2025]Had a citizen’s initiative survived a legal challenge it might have ensured BP paid full remediation. BP’s Olympic Pipeline leaked near the Snohomish River recently, forcing a shutdown and emergency response (“BP’s Olympic Pipeline fully restarts after 2-week shutdown,” The Herald, Dec. 1). We don’t yet know the full - [Everett Initiative Providing Legal Rights to Snohomish River Didn’t Hold Up in Court](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/11/25/everett-initiative-providing-legal-rights-to-snohomish-river-didnt-hold-up-in-court/) - My Everett News, November 24, 2025 :: Last week, Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Jennifer Langbehn invalidated Everett Initiative 24-03, which passed in November 2024. The initiative provided Snohomish River standing legal rights, allowing city residents to take legal action against activities within city limits that negatively impact the watershed’s health. Read More - [City attorney sides with Master Builders in Everett Watershed lawsuit](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/09/26/city-attorney-sides-with-master-builders-in-everett-watershed-lawsuit/) - [Everett Post: September 22, 2025] Today’s article by journalist Mikayla Finnerty —“City attorney sides with Master Builders in Everett Watershed lawsuit” —reveals a major setback for environmental rights and community-led decision-making. 🔗 Read the article » Instead of defending the Snohomish River Watershed, the city attorney is supporting the Master Builders Association — a move - [Tomorrow, we head to court.](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/10/23/tomorrow-we-head-to-court/) - This is more than just a case - it's the epic Pacific Northwest battle between nature and developers. The Everett Herald captured the essence of this fight and the heart of the argument in their latest article - check it out below.Together we're standing strong so that people and nature have a voice. On Friday, - [Standing for Nature to Appeal Ruling Striking Down Everett’s Snohomish River Rights Law](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/11/22/standing-for-nature-to-appeal-ruling-striking-down-everetts-snohomish-river-rights-law/) - Grassroots organization says the fight is just beginning as it mounts a strong appeal on core legal issues. EVERETT, Washington — Standing for Nature announced today that it will appeal Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Jennifer Langbehn’s decision granting summary judgment against Everett Initiative 24-03, the voter-approved law recognizing legal rights and standing for the - [Everett’s Due Diligence on Protecting Watershed Law](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/09/17/everetts-due-diligence-on-protecting-watershed-law/) - This week, we formally asked the Everett City Council to hire outside legal counsel to defend the voter-approved watershed protection law. At this time, we don’t know if the Council has begun considering our request — but we hope they are taking it seriously. Hiring independent counsel is a critical step to ensure the law - [Standing for Nature Fights Back Against Developer Lawsuit](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/02/06/standing-for-washington-fights-back-against-developer-lawsuit/) - (November 2025) A recent court decision dealt a blow to local environmental protections, with the judge ruling in favor of powerful development interests seeking to overturn the law. But the fight is far from over. Standing for Nature has announced it will mount an appeal, arguing that the ruling endangers fragile ecosystems and undermines the - [Holding our Leaders Accountable for Democracy](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/09/16/holding-our-leaders-accountable-for-democracy/) - Update on the Everett’s Legal Battle to Defend it’s Watershed The City of Everett originally indicated that the voter-approved watershed law deserved its day in court — but in a recent filing for the October 24 Summary Judgment hearing, the City Attorney’s Office sided with the plaintiffs, asking the court to declare the law invalid. - [Defending The Snohomish River Watershed Law](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/09/11/snohomish-river-watershed-law/) - We know the world feels pretty crazy right now, but that’s exactly why local action matters. Last November, the people of Everett made history by passing Initiative 24-03, giving the Snohomish River Watershed legal rights. This law ensures that when environmental protections fail, citizens can represent the river’s interests in court — safeguarding both the - [When the River Has Rights: Everett’s Vessel Faces New Scrutiny](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/08/04/when_the_river_has_rights/) - EVERETT, WA — A long-neglected vessel docked in Everett [SnoPac Location] may soon become the first legal test of the city’s new watershed rights law [Everett Municipal Code Ch. 20-12] —passed to protect the Snohomish River from environmental harm. Concerned citizens, alongside the nonprofit Standing for Washington, are keeping a close eye on the vessel, - [Can a river have rights? Everett is finding out](https://standingforwashington.org/2025/01/14/can-a-river-have-rights-everett-is-finding-out/) - SOUNDSIDE, KUOW (NPR) Standing for Washington was interviewed by Soundside, a podcast on NPR Seattle affiliate KUOW, for a story on the passage of Everett Initiative 24-03. In Everett, voters approved Initiative 24-03, granting the Snohomish River watershed legal rights, such as the right to exist, flow, and regenerate. This measure aligns with the global - [Everett Voters Grant Groundbreaking Legal Rights to Snohomish River Watershed; Could Olympia Be Next?](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/12/01/everett-voters-grant-groundbreaking-legal-rights-to-snohomish-river-watershed-could-olympia-be-next/) - WORKS IN PROGRESS Repost: In a historic vote that could reshape environmental protection, Everett, Washington became the first city in the state to grant legally enforceable rights to a natural ecosystem. Everett Initiative 24-03, which gives the Snohomish River Watershed legal standing in court, passed this November with a decisive 57% of the vote despite - [A River in Washington State Now Has Enforceable Legal Rights](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/12/05/a-river-in-washington-state-now-has-enforceable-legal-rights/) - INSIDE CLIMATE NEWS, Summary: Voters in the city of Everett chose to grant the Snohomish River watershed rights to exist, regenerate and flourish as part of a November ballot initiative. In a historic move, Everett, Washington, granted enforceable legal rights to the Snohomish River watershed, marking a major step forward in the “rights of nature” - [Voters approving Everett minimum wage, Snohomish River rights measures](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/11/06/voters-approving-everett-minimum-wage-snohomish-river-rights-measures/) - EVERETT HERALD, Summary: Everett’s Initiative 24-03, which passed with 56% of the vote, grants the Snohomish River legal rights to protect its watershed. The measure allows residents of Everett to sue those harming the river’s health, requiring those found liable to fund restoration projects. Proponents, including the Standing for Washington campaign, view this as a - [Op-Ed: Stand up for Snohomish River by seeking legal rights](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/07/13/op-ed-stand-up-for-snohomish-river-by-seeking-legal-rights/) - EVERETT HERALD: The effort would help counter a recent court decision that weakened federal environmental protections. The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn the “Chevron deference” standard marks a significant shift in the environmental regulatory landscape. This doctrine, established in the 1984 case Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc., allowed federal - [If Snohomish River campaign passes, polluters could be held accountable](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/07/22/if-snohomish-river-campaign-passes-polluters-could-be-held-accountable/) - EVERETT HERALD, Summary: Over the past decade, Snohomish resident Doug Ewing, with the help of other local environmental advocates, has filled about 76 pickup truck beds with trash from the Snohomish River. Tires contain the chemical 6PPD-quinone — a combination of the preservative that helps tires last longer and ozone from the atmosphere- ... a - [Watershed Initiative (Everett 24-03) Heads to November Ballot After All](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/08/13/watershed-initiative-everett-24-03-heads-to-november-ballot-after-all/) - SNOHOMISH COUNTY TRIBUNE, Summary: The Snohomish River Watershed initiative (Everett 24-03) is now on the November ballot after successfully gathering enough signatures This vital measure aims to protect the Snohomish River and its watershed by giving the community the legal ability to take action against harm, without adding new regulations. If passed, it empowers residents - [Everett’s Three Ballot Measures Includes the Snohomish River Watershed Initiative 24-03](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/10/16/everetts-three-ballot-measures-includes-the-snohomish-river-watershed-initiative-24-03/) - SNOHOMISH COUNTY TRIBUNE, Summary: Everett voters will decide on three ballot measures in November, including two competing minimum wage initiatives and a measure that would give the Snohomish River watershed legal rights in court. The watershed initiative, also known as Everett Initiative 24-03, would grant the Snohomish River and its watershed the legal right to - [Everett initiative asks: Should the Snohomish River have legal rights?](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/11/01/everett-initiative-asks-should-the-snohomish-river-have-legal-rights/) - EVERETT HERALD, Summary: Everett voters are considering Everett Initiative 24-03, which proposes granting legal rights to the Snohomish River Watershed. Everett 24-03 aims to empower the community to take proactive measures against environmental harm. This would do things like help ensure that development projects are accountable for their impact on the watershed. The opposition is largely - [Everett Voters Grant Legal Rights to Their Watershed – Redefining the Future of Environmental Protection](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/12/03/everett-voters-grant-legal-rights-to-their-watershed-redefining-the-future-of-environmental-protection/) - PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 3, 2024 EVERETT, Washington — In a historic move for environmental protection in the Pacific Northwest, Everett voters have approved Initiative 24-03, making the city the first in Washington state to grant legally enforceable rights to a natural ecosystem. The measure, which passed with more than 56% of the - [Salmon in the Snohomish River: A Case for Passing Everett 24-03](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/10/22/salmon-in-the-snohomish-river-a-case-for-passing-everett-24-03/) - The Snohomish River is vital to the Puget Sound watershed and home to one of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic species—salmon. For centuries, salmon have played a crucial role in the region's ecosystems and tribal cultures. However, salmon populations in the Snohomish River face significant threats due to habitat loss and toxic pollution. As Everett - [Affordable Housing and Environmental Sustainability: A Path for Everett](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/10/21/affordable-housing-and-environmental-sustainability-a-path-for-everett/) - Affordable Housing and Environmental Sustainability: A Path for Everett Affordable housing and environmental sustainability can go hand in hand, especially when cities like Everett make conscious efforts to reduce harm to natural resources, such as the Snohomish River watershed. As the housing crisis deepens, cities must adopt policies that prioritize both affordable living and the - [If We Can’t Protect Our Watershed, Let’s Give The Watershed The Right To Protect Itself](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/04/14/if-we-cant-protect-our-watershed-lets-give-the-watershed-the-right-to-protect-itself/) - Works In Progress, by Rachel Kurtz-McAlaine, Esq., April 14, 2024 In 2018, Harry Branch voiced concerns over legal decisions dismissing appeals by the Olympia Urban Waters League against a development in the Moxlie Creek Estuary. He questioned why our legal system treats nature merely as property, prompting him to partner with Standing for Washington to - [Everett Initiative: RON Snohomish River Watershed](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/04/15/everett-initiative-ron-snohomish-river-watershed/) - by Snohomish County Community Rights, April 15, 2024 Standing for Washington is dedicated to supporting legislation and citizen initiatives that advance the Rights of Nature (RON) in Washington state. Its mission is to promote the idea that nature has inherent rights that should be protected and preserved, just like human rights, and that nature should be given legal standing to - [Empowering Nature: The Deschutes Watershed Rights Initiative](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/04/25/empowering-nature-the-deschutes-watershed-rights-initiative/) - The Deschutes River flows at Brewery Park in Tumwater, Washington. PHOTO BY GEORGE M. COLE GMC3101 - [Drop-off Locations Olympia](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/05/09/drop-off-locations-olympia/) - Signed petitions can be dropped off at the following locations: Lantern Records 509 Washington St SE Olympia WA 98501https://lanternrecords.art If your business is willing to be a drop-off location or host a petition clipboard please contact info@standingforwashington.org - [Signature Gathering Event May 11 & 12th Olympia](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/05/09/may-11-12th-olympia/) - The first official signature gathering event will be near the Wooden Boat Fair in Olympia May 11th and 12th. The campaign will have clipboards, petitions and sodas and snacks for all volunteers. Follow this event on the Facebook Event or contact us at info@standingforwashington.org - [Signature gathering event June 7-9 at Everett Sorticulture](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/06/06/signature-gathering-event-june-7-9-at-everett-sorticulture/) - We will be gathering signatures in Everett this weekend at the Sorticulture Garden Arts Festival! Sign up for a volunteer shift, or just come find us down there. We'll have all the supplies you need. It's super easy and fun! - [Everett Initiative Going Strong! Olympia & Tumwater Postponed Until 2025.](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/06/15/everett-strong-oly-tumwater-stopped/) - ** Signature gathering efforts are halted in Olympia and Tumwater so we can focus on Everett. The campaign is ending it's efforts in 2024 in Olympia and Tumwater, but planning for 2025! ** We started this multi-city campaign with a hope and a dream. And in a short amount of time, we have gathered signatures, - [Jackson, Wyoming // Rights of Nature Town Pledge](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/07/04/jackson-wyoming/) - by Leigh Reagan Smith, July 4, 2024 JACKSON, Wyo. — On Monday, July 1, the Town of Jackson passed a resolution to recognize and uphold the rights of nature. The Town Council defined nature as “the physical world and everything in it, including plants, animals, mountains, rivers and other features and products of the earth.” - [Toledo, Ohio // Lake Erie Bill of Rights](https://standingforwashington.org/2020/05/11/city-of-toledo-ohio/) - by Caroline Llanes, Published May 11, 2020 The city of Toledo has withdrawn an appeal that challenged a ruling on the Lake Erie Bill of Rights’ constitutionality. Federal judge Jack Zouhary declared the bill of rights unconstitutional back in February, calling it “unconstitutionally vague” and said it “exceed[ed] the power of municipal government in Ohio.” - [Santa Monica, CA // Sustainability Rights Ordinance](https://standingforwashington.org/2024/04/05/santa-monica-ca/) - "Why should corporations have rights, like people do, but the natural environment in a capitalist society seems to have no rights at all? We’ve changed that in Santa Monica, with a pioneering law our City Council passed on my motion: our Sustainability Rights Ordinance." - Kevin McKeown, Santa Monica Council member In March of 2013, - [Lane County, OR // Watershed Bill of Rights](https://standingforwashington.org/2023/01/21/lane-county-or-watershed-bill-of-rights/) - Lane County initiative would protect rights of watersheds, by Rob Dickinson, Protect Lane County WatershedsJanuary 21, 2023 The Lane County Watersheds Bill of Rights initiative has been filed with Lane County officials by the petition committee, Protect Lane County Watersheds. The proposed law, that will increase protections for water and watersheds in Lane County, has met all constitutional requirements and has - [Pt Townsend, WA // Proclamation of the Rights of the Southern Resident Orcas](https://standingforwashington.org/2022/12/06/pt-townsend-wa-proclamation-of-the-rights-of-the-southern-resident-orcas/) - Two Towns in Washington Take Steps Toward Recognizing the Rights of Southern Resident Orcas, by Katie SurmaDecember 6, 2022 Read Full Article at InsideClimateNews.org ## Pages - [Standing for Washington](https://standingforwashington.org/) - Standing for Washington (S4W) advocates for legal standing for our ecosystems in Washington state, empowering communities to protect our vital resources. - [About](https://standingforwashington.org/about/) - Mission Standing for Washington is dedicated to supporting legislation and citizen initiatives that support nature in Washington state. Our mission is to promote the idea that nature has inherent rights that should be protected and preserved, and that nature should be given legal standing to support those rights. That means anyone in the community can go to court, if - [Donate](https://standingforwashington.org/donate/) - Your Donation Makes a Difference In this critical moment, your support is more vital than ever. Environmental safeguards are being weakened—pollution limits eased, oversight reduced, and long-standing protections scaled back. As traditional regulations erode, one truth becomes unmistakable: our ecosystems need their own enforceable rights if we want to protect the places that sustain us. - [News and Updates](https://standingforwashington.org/news/) - Categories The latest A River in Washington State Now Has Enforceable Legal Rights December 5, 2024 INSIDE CLIMATE NEWS, Summary: Voters in the city of Everett chose to grant the Snohomish River watershed rights to exist, regenerate and flourish as part of a November ballot initiative. In a historic move, Everett, Washington, granted enforceable legal - [Stay Updated](https://standingforwashington.org/stay-updated/) - [Legislative priorities](https://standingforwashington.org/legislation/) - Learn more Our vision Our legislative priorities are centered around the fundamental idea that the environment is not merely a resource but a vital part of our shared existence. At Standing for Washington, we believe that nature deserves constitutional protection. Our mission is to secure legal rights for nature through groundbreaking legislative action, ensuring that - [Model Ordinance](https://standingforwashington.org/ordinance-template/) - This model ordinance grants legal standing to protect local watersheds in Washington cities. It enables community members to defend their watershed’s right to exist, regenerate, and flourish through the courts. While it is tailored to align with Washington state law, it can be adapted for use in other states or jurisdictions. See the text of - [Model Ordinance Explained](https://standingforwashington.org/model-ordinance-explained/) - Ordinance Sections Breakdown of Ordinance The ordinance reflects a transformative approach to environmental protection by granting rights to ecosystems themselves. This aligns with emerging legal and philosophical perspectives that view nature as a stakeholder, deserving of protection not just for human benefit but for its intrinsic value. Here’s a breakdown of the model ordinance, explaining - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://standingforwashington.org/faq/) - On this page Your questions answered These FAQs help answer any questions about our organization and our ordinance. The template can be tailored to local communities. Standing for Washington’s ordinance template is based on protecting local watersheds in Washington state and was successfully passed in Everett. The ordinance is focused on legal rights for watersheds - [Everett Success](https://standingforwashington.org/everett-success/) - Learn more Everett Initiative 24-03: A landmark victory for the Snohomish River Watershed Empowering the Community to Protect Its Natural Resources On November 5, 2024, Everett citizens made history by overwhelmingly approving Initiative 24-03, a groundbreaking measure that grants legal standing to the Snohomish River Watershed. This initiative represents a significant step forward in environmental - [Citizen Initiatives](https://standingforwashington.org/citizen-initiatives/) - Learn more Reclaiming our right to protect local ecosystems Democracy in Action: Giving Nature a Voice Through Community Power When existing environmental regulations fail to protect our most critical natural resources, we must take action. The citizen initiative process is our most direct path to meaningful environmental protection—a tool that allows communities to create change - [Initiative Power in Washington State](https://standingforwashington.org/initiative-power/) - On this page Understanding local citizen initiatives in Washington State The local initiative (or local ballot measure) process empowers Washington citizens to create laws directly, bypassing local government officials. In cities with initiative power, residents can petition to place proposed laws on the ballot for a community vote. This gives people a direct say in - [Our priorities](https://standingforwashington.org/our-priorities/) - Citizen Initiatives Local ballot measures that support legal standing for nature. Learn more Legislation Standing for Nature Constitutional Amendment. Green Amendment. Legislation that supports nature. Learn more Education Direct democracy. Legal standing for nature. Enforcement of rights. Learn more Stay Updated - [Education](https://standingforwashington.org/education/) - At Standing for Washington, education is at the heart of our mission. We believe that empowering our community with knowledge is essential for safeguarding our natural environment. Here’s how we educate and inspire action: Online materials Our online resources provide valuable information on direct democracy, standing for nature, and the importance of watersheds. Explore our - [Take action](https://standingforwashington.org/take-action/) - Interested in taking action to get legal standing for the rights of nature in Washington state? There are many ways to get involved. Legislation Support legislation that supports nature. Learn more Citizen Initiatives Support citizen initiatives that support nature. Learn more Stay Updated - [Volunteer](https://standingforwashington.org/volunteer/) - We love our volunteers! Fill out the form below to add your name and interest to our list of volunteers. Donate Help us protect our local watersheds for future generations! Your donation plays a crucial role in supporting our citizen-led initiatives to recognize the rights of our watersheds to exist, flourish, and regenerate. Every contribution, - [Contact](https://standingforwashington.org/contact/) - Get in touch with us! - [Resources](https://standingforwashington.org/resources/) - Learn more Recommended resources These are some of the websites we use to do research around legal standing for nature (or rights of nature) and the citizen initiative power in Washington state. Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) MRSC is a statewide resource that provides general legal, finance, and policy guidance to support local government - [Standing for Nature Info](https://standingforwashington.org/standing-for-nature-info/) - Learn more Standing for Nature: Understanding Our Approach Why “Standing for Nature”? While our work builds on the global Rights of Nature movement, we chose the term “Standing for Nature” to reflect both a legal and moral stance. “Standing” has dual meaning – it refers to the legal right to bring a case to court - [Green Amendment Difference](https://standingforwashington.org/green-amendment-difference/) - Difference between a Green Amendment and Standing for Nature Amendment Green Amendments are a monumental step forward for nature, but they are different than rights of nature in that they focus on the rights of citizens to a healthy thriving environment rather than giving the environment its own right to exist and thrive. Green Amendments - [Run an Initiative](https://standingforwashington.org/run-an-initiative-2/) - Want to protect your watershed? Check the list or this map to see if your city or county has the citizen initiative process. We can help you get a local ballot measure on your municipality’s ballot. 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In our new video series, we teamed up with travel blogger Courtney Scott to drive the best-rated routes as voted by the community. Get a taste in this video. Combined fuel consumption in accordance with EU 6: Macan GTS: 9.2-8.8 - [Finlandia](https://standingforwashington.org/project/finlandia/) - https://vimeo.com/217115505 A film I shot 4 years ago during the photoshoot of the photographer Pierre Winther for Finlandia Vodka. Dop/Edit/Post - Kendy - [Tendance Roadster](https://standingforwashington.org/project/tendance-roadster/) - https://vimeo.com/129342697 A small film about my friends from Tendance Roadster. They are a Royal Enfield & Mash motorcycles dealership in Levallois-Perret near Paris. - [BLVL - Emotion](https://standingforwashington.org/project/blvl-emotion/) - https://vimeo.com/215535040 - [BLVL - Internal Heights](https://standingforwashington.org/project/blvl-internal-heights/) - https://vimeo.com/197094006 - [Rendez-Vous at Mumbai](https://standingforwashington.org/project/rendez-vous-at-mumbai/) - https://vimeo.com/190131877 A mysterious girl have a rendez-vous with a mysterious man in Mumbai. 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