Audubon Flocks to Washington, D.C.

We're grateful as always for the bipartisan commitment of Florida's delegation to this critical work.

People standing in front of a federal building

Published July 14, 2026

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Board Chair Emeritus Heidi McCree, Senior Policy Director Beth Alvi, and Senior Manager of Everglades Policy McKee Gray met with members of Florida's Congressional Delegation in Washington, D.C. this June to advocate for full funding for Everglades restoration. The whirlwind trip included time spent with the offices of Florida members of Congress, including Rep. Patronis (FL-1), Rep. Castor (FL-14), Rep. Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Giménez (FL-28) and Rep. Salazar (FL-27).

A healthy River of Grass means a healthy environment and healthy economy in Florida. We're grateful as always for the bipartisan commitment of Florida's delegation to this critical work.

This article was published in the 2026 Summer Naturalist.