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Preventing Heat Illness and Deaths Act

This bill aims to protect people from dangerous heat by creating a national system for heat information and warnings. It also provides money for local projects like cooling centers and tree planting, especially in communities most affected by heat. The focus is on helping groups most vulnerable to high temperatures.
Key points
Creates a national system to provide better information and warnings about extreme heat.
Offers financial help for local projects like cooling centers and planting trees to reduce heat risks.
Focuses on helping communities most vulnerable to heat, including low-income areas and communities of color.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5296
Sponsor: Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13]
Process start date: 2021-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing HEAT Illness and Deaths Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5296.

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 2021-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a national system to provide better information and warnings about extreme heat.
  • Offers financial help for local projects like cooling centers and planting trees to reduce heat risks.
  • Focuses on helping communities most vulnerable to heat, including low-income areas and communities of color.
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. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Bonamici asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered to be the first sponsor of H.R. 5296, as bill originally introduced by Representative Crist of Florida, for the purposes of adding cosponsors and requesting re-printings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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