Study on Economic Costs of Extreme Heat in the US
This act mandates a study to assess the financial impacts of extreme heat on health, property, and the economy. The findings will help understand how heat affects daily life and finances, and how to track these costs in the future.
Key points
The study will evaluate healthcare costs, insurance claims, agricultural losses, and infrastructure impacts due to heat.
Results will be publicly available, potentially aiding in planning protective measures against extreme heat.
The act aims to better understand the economic consequences of heat, which could lead to improved coping strategies.
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Citizen Poll