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Climate Crisis and Children's Rights: Call for Health and Future Protection

This U.S. Congressional resolution recognizes that the Trump administration's policies, promoting fossil fuels and suppressing climate science, pose a health and safety emergency for children. It emphasizes that these actions violate children's fundamental rights to life and a stable environment, leading to increased pollution and extreme weather events. The document calls for a change in course, restoration of the Environmental Protection Agency's mission, and protection of future generations.
Key points
Recognition that the Trump administration's climate policies endanger children's health and safety, violating their fundamental rights.
Call to cease promoting fossil fuels and restore access to climate science data.
Demand for the federal government to protect children's rights to a stable climate and consider their interests in energy and environmental decisions.
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Print number: 119_HCONRES_44
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2025-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing a health and safety emergency disproportionately affecting the fundamental rights of children due to the Trump administration's directives that unleash fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change, while suppressing climate change science.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HCONRES_44.

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 2025-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognition that the Trump administration's climate policies endanger children's health and safety, violating their fundamental rights.
  • Call to cease promoting fossil fuels and restore access to climate science data.
  • Demand for the federal government to protect children's rights to a stable climate and consider their interests in energy and environmental decisions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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