As Port of Seattle Oversees Expansion of Sea-Tac Airport, Activists Voice Health and Environmental Concerns

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As Port of Seattle Oversees Expansion of Sea-Tac Airport, Activists Voice Health and Environmental Concerns

Community activists with the No Added Harm Campaign are opposing the expansion of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, citing severe environmental, health, and social impacts, particularly on marginalized communities. They argue that the expansion violates principles of the HEAL Act and Climate Commitment Act, which mandate a healthy environment for vulnerable populations. The Port of Seattle, which oversees the airport, claims to be addressing…