Grant Program to Combat Extreme Urban Heat and Protect Vulnerable Communities.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program managed by HUD to fund projects that mitigate the dangerous effects of excessive heat in urban areas, such as planting trees, installing cool roofs, and creating cooling centers. The funding is primarily directed towards low-income communities and areas historically lacking green infrastructure, which suffer disproportionately from heat-related illnesses and deaths. The goal is to improve public health, reduce energy costs, and enhance safety in the hottest neighborhoods.