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Climate Emergency: Call for Massive Mobilization to Address Environmental Crisis

This document calls for recognizing the climate crisis as an urgent threat to US health, security, and economy. It emphasizes the need for a massive mobilization of resources and labor to counteract the effects of climate change. The goal is to protect current and future generations from negative daily life consequences, including health and financial impacts.
Key points
Acknowledging climate change as an urgent threat requiring immediate, large-scale action.
Highlighting the need for the President to use existing and emergency powers to combat the climate crisis.
Stressing that climate change impacts, such as extreme weather and health issues, disproportionately affect low-income and minority communities.
Mentioning the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) as a step towards energy transition and environmental justice investments.
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Print number: 118_HCONRES_37
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2023-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_37.

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 2023-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Acknowledging climate change as an urgent threat requiring immediate, large-scale action.
  • Highlighting the need for the President to use existing and emergency powers to combat the climate crisis.
  • Stressing that climate change impacts, such as extreme weather and health issues, disproportionately affect low-income and minority communities.
  • Mentioning the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) as a step towards energy transition and environmental justice investments.
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. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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