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Alex Padilla: California's blue economy employs over one million people and generates $143 billion annually.

On the recordJanuary 23, 2024
California's blue economy employs over one million people and generates $143 billion annually.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

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Senator Padilla highlights California's economic contributions and the impact of climate change.

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