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Climate Resilience Strategy and Admission of Climate-Displaced Persons

This bill aims to establish a comprehensive strategy for responding to climate change, including data collection on displacement. It also authorizes the admission of individuals forced to leave their homes due to climate change into the U.S., providing them with support similar to refugees. The goal is to assist those affected by global warming and strengthen international cooperation on this issue.
Key points
Establishment of a Global Climate Change Resilience Strategy, coordinated by the Department of State, to mitigate climate change impacts and prevent displacement.
Authorization for the admission of climate-disdisplaced persons into the U.S., with a minimum of 50,000 per year, granting them access to benefits and resettlement programs.
Introduction of a definition for "climate-displaced person" and a requirement for collecting and reporting data on climate-induced displacement.
Training of U.S. foreign service officers on climate displacement and its humanitarian impacts to better respond to global challenges.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2826
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To establish a Global Climate Change Resilience Strategy, to authorize the admission of climate-displaced persons, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2826.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a Global Climate Change Resilience Strategy, coordinated by the Department of State, to mitigate climate change impacts and prevent displacement.
  • Authorization for the admission of climate-disdisplaced persons into the U.S., with a minimum of 50,000 per year, granting them access to benefits and resettlement programs.
  • Introduction of a definition for "climate-displaced person" and a requirement for collecting and reporting data on climate-induced displacement.
  • Training of U.S. foreign service officers on climate displacement and its humanitarian impacts to better respond to global challenges.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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