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Urban Climate Relief: Prioritizing Trees and School Rooftop Gardens in Underserved Areas.

This legislation prioritizes funding for tree planting in the hottest, least green urban neighborhoods to improve public health and climate resilience. It also establishes a $30 million annual grant program enabling public schools to build or expand organic rooftop gardens, integrating hands-on environmental education. The goal is to promote environmental justice through urban greening.
Key points
Directs federal forestry aid to urban areas with the lowest "tree equity scores," focusing on low-income, high-temperature neighborhoods for greening efforts and cooling benefits.
Creates a pilot grant program authorizing $30 million annually (2023-2028) for public schools to establish organic rooftop gardens, enhancing science curriculum and building energy efficiency.
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Print number: 118_HR_2786
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Climate Change Relief for Urban Areas Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2786.

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 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Directs federal forestry aid to urban areas with the lowest "tree equity scores," focusing on low-income, high-temperature neighborhoods for greening efforts and cooling benefits.
  • Creates a pilot grant program authorizing $30 million annually (2023-2028) for public schools to establish organic rooftop gardens, enhancing science curriculum and building energy efficiency.
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. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

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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