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Public Health and Climate Change: Readiness and Citizen Protection

This resolution highlights that climate change poses a serious threat to public health in the U.S., leading to illness, injury, and death. It calls on federal agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services, to increase the healthcare sector's readiness for climate impacts, improve infrastructure, and provide support for the most vulnerable communities. The goal is to protect the health and well-being of all citizens through coordinated action.
Key points
Strengthening Healthcare System: Enhancing the resilience of hospitals and medical facilities to extreme weather events to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Protecting Citizen Health: Better preparation for illnesses related to heat, air, and water pollution, as well as psychological support after disasters.
Support for Vulnerable Groups: Prioritizing low-income communities, ethnic minorities, the elderly, and people with disabilities in accessing aid and resources.
Workplace Safety: Implementing standards to protect workers from heat, especially in agriculture and construction.
Improved Data and Collaboration: Collecting and sharing data on the health impacts of climate change to better plan actions and inform the public.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_568
Sponsor: Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Process start date: 2025-07-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing that climate change poses a growing threat to public health and necessitates coordinated action to mitigate its impacts and safeguard the health and well-being of all people in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_568.

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 2025-07-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening Healthcare System: Enhancing the resilience of hospitals and medical facilities to extreme weather events to ensure uninterrupted operations.
  • Protecting Citizen Health: Better preparation for illnesses related to heat, air, and water pollution, as well as psychological support after disasters.
  • Support for Vulnerable Groups: Prioritizing low-income communities, ethnic minorities, the elderly, and people with disabilities in accessing aid and resources.
  • Workplace Safety: Implementing standards to protect workers from heat, especially in agriculture and construction.
  • Improved Data and Collaboration: Collecting and sharing data on the health impacts of climate change to better plan actions and inform the public.
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. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in House

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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