California's blue economy employs over one million people and generates $143 billion annually.
Alex Padilla: “California's blue economy employs over one million people and generates $143 billion annually.”
On the recordJanuary 23, 2024
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Senator Padilla highlights California's economic contributions and the impact of climate change.
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