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Protecting Moms and Babies from Climate Change Risks

This act aims to protect pregnant individuals, new mothers, and young children from the negative impacts of climate change. It establishes grant programs to help communities identify risks and provide support, such as air conditioning units or evacuation assistance. Additionally, the act supports the education of healthcare professionals on the effects of climate change on maternal and infant health.
Key points
Grant programs for local communities to identify climate risks and provide support to pregnant individuals, mothers, and young children (e.g., air conditioning, transportation assistance, cooling shelters).
Education and training for healthcare professionals to better recognize and respond to the impact of climate change on maternal and infant health.
Establishment of a research consortium to coordinate studies on the effects of climate change on maternal and infant health, with a focus on minority groups.
Development of a strategy to identify high-risk climate zones for mothers and babies, considering environmental, social, and health factors.
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Print number: 118_HR_3302
Sponsor: Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]
Process start date: 2023-05-15