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Climate Change Threatens Financial Stability: Senate Warns of Economic Collapse.

The US Senate formally recognizes that unchecked climate change poses severe risks to financial stability, directly impacting citizens. Consequences include rising home insurance costs, declining property values, and a potential drop in global per capita income. Early action is urged to prevent a sudden, costly economic shock.
Key points
Increased cost and unavailability of home and property insurance due to extreme weather events.
Risk of mortgage market destabilization and a multi-trillion dollar decline in global residential property values.
Warning that global prosperity (GDP per capita) could significantly decrease within the next three decades.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_557
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing that climate change portends a cascade of financial market collapses that would destabilize the national and global economies.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_557.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased cost and unavailability of home and property insurance due to extreme weather events.
  • Risk of mortgage market destabilization and a multi-trillion dollar decline in global residential property values.
  • Warning that global prosperity (GDP per capita) could significantly decrease within the next three decades.
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 Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Economy Environment Real Estate