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Protecting Vulnerable Communities from Pollution and Climate Risks.

This law mandates the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to prioritize environmental justice by addressing the combined health risks from multiple pollution sources and climate change impacts. The EPA must develop a new protocol to assess these cumulative risks and identify at least 100 highly polluted communities for targeted enforcement action. The goal is to significantly reduce environmental law violations in these overburdened areas.
Key points
The EPA must create a new method to measure the total health risk citizens face from the combination of pollution and climate hazards (cumulative impact).
Targeted action will be taken in at least 100 communities with high rates of environmental law violations to drastically lower pollution levels.
The public will have the opportunity to comment on the new risk assessment protocols through hearings and written submissions.
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Print number: 118_HR_1673
Sponsor: Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protection from Cumulative Emissions and Underenforcement of Environmental Law Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1673.

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 2023-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The EPA must create a new method to measure the total health risk citizens face from the combination of pollution and climate hazards (cumulative impact).
  • Targeted action will be taken in at least 100 communities with high rates of environmental law violations to drastically lower pollution levels.
  • The public will have the opportunity to comment on the new risk assessment protocols through hearings and written submissions.
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. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs .

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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