Heatwave Support: Cooling Centers, Senior Aid, and Green Cities
This act aims to improve response to and preparation for heat waves and extreme heat. It establishes warning systems, supports the creation of cooling centers, helps provide air conditioning in public housing, and promotes urban green spaces to protect citizens' health and comfort, especially for vulnerable populations.
Key points
Establishment of a national ranking system to communicate extreme heat severity and risk.
Grants for programs to check on seniors during extreme heat events.
Financial support for establishing, maintaining, and promoting community cooling centers.
Grants for installing air conditioning in public housing and including AC costs in utility allowances.
Box fan expenses made reimbursable through health savings accounts.
Funding for public water features and urban green spaces, including tree planting, to reduce urban temperatures.
Expired
Citizen Poll