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Strengthening Defense Resilience to Climate Change and Combating Illegal Trafficking

This act aims to enhance the climate resilience of U.S. armed forces and their allies, potentially impacting regional stability and security. It also introduces new avenues for supporting the fight against illegal wildlife and timber trafficking, as well as illegal fishing, which could positively affect the environment and local economies. Citizens may experience indirect benefits from increased international stability and natural resource protection.
Key points
Strengthening military bases and civilian infrastructure of U.S. allies to better cope with climate change impacts.
Expanding support for foreign security forces in combating illegal wildlife trafficking, timber trafficking, and illegal fishing.
Allocating $10 million for climate resilience and environmental cooperation programs in fiscal year 2023.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8164
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-52]
Process start date: 2022-06-21