What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HRES 1494.
Protecting Maternal and Infant Health from Air Pollution and Extreme Heat.
This U.S. House of Representatives resolution highlights the threats to pregnant women and infant health, especially in Latino communities, from air pollution and extreme heat. It calls for rapid development and deployment of interventions to protect these groups, considering their unique vulnerabilities and social inequalities. The goal is to improve access to information, healthcare, and safer living conditions for expectant mothers and their children.
Key points
Recognizing that air pollution and extreme heat harm maternal and infant health, particularly in Latino communities.
Supporting actions to reduce exposure to pollution and heat, including better air quality monitoring and access to air conditioning.
Increasing access to information and education in English and Spanish on risks and ways to protect health during pregnancy.
Improving access to cooling centers, hydration stations, and green spaces in low-income neighborhoods.
Supporting outdoor workers, including pregnant women, by ensuring breaks, hydration, and shade.
Status:
Expired
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