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Civilian Climate Corps: Jobs and Environmental Protection

This act establishes a new work program, the Civilian Climate Corps, to combat climate change and aid economic recovery post-pandemic. The program offers paid employment and training, focusing on environmental protection and supporting affected communities. Citizens can gain new job opportunities and contribute to environmental improvement.
Key points
New Job Opportunities: The program aims to create thousands of paid jobs, especially for youth, women, and minorities affected by the pandemic.
Environmental Protection: Participants will work on conserving land and water, reforestation, building climate resilience, and protecting biodiversity.
Community Support: Activities will prioritize communities most impacted by climate change and environmental issues, including Tribal and Native American communities.
Skill Development: The program is designed to provide training that helps participants develop valuable professional skills.
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Print number: 117_S_1057
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2021-03-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Civilian Climate Corps Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1057.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Job Opportunities: The program aims to create thousands of paid jobs, especially for youth, women, and minorities affected by the pandemic.
  • Environmental Protection: Participants will work on conserving land and water, reforestation, building climate resilience, and protecting biodiversity.
  • Community Support: Activities will prioritize communities most impacted by climate change and environmental issues, including Tribal and Native American communities.
  • Skill Development: The program is designed to provide training that helps participants develop valuable professional skills.
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 Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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