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Act on Sanctions for Actions Exacerbating Climate Change

This act allows for sanctions against foreign individuals and entities that contribute to worsening climate change, for example, by building coal-fired power plants or engaging in massive deforestation. Its goal is to protect the environment and public health, and to support human rights. Citizens may experience indirect benefits from global climate actions.
Key points
Ability to impose financial sanctions and travel bans on foreign entities harming the climate.
The act aims to combat the construction of coal-fired power plants and deforestation that damage the environment.
It supports the protection of environmental defenders and local communities whose rights are violated due to environmental destruction.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3245
Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Process start date: 2021-05-14