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Environmental Justice: Support for Communities Affected by Pollution

This act aims to continue programs supporting communities most vulnerable to pollution, such as ethnic minorities, low-income individuals, and the elderly. It provides funding for actions to improve air, water, and landscape quality in these areas. This ensures citizens in these communities have better access to information on environmental hazards and support for health protection.
Key points
Continuation of EPA environmental justice grant programs, supporting local initiatives.
Allocation of $50 million annually for 2022-2027 to combat pollution in the most vulnerable communities.
Support for communities affected by pollution, including minorities, the elderly, and disabled persons, to improve their health and safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1347
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Environmental Justice for Communities Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1347.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Continuation of EPA environmental justice grant programs, supporting local initiatives.
  • Allocation of $50 million annually for 2022-2027 to combat pollution in the most vulnerable communities.
  • Support for communities affected by pollution, including minorities, the elderly, and disabled persons, to improve their health and safety.
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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Health Public Investments