HR 4493
Climate Health Emergency Act of 2025
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This bill seeks to formally recognize the significant and growing threat of climate change to public health in the United States. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to declare a public health emergency due to the health risks linked to climate change. The bill highlights the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and infectious diseases exacerbated by climate change, and argues for a more robust and prepared public health response. Ultimately, the goal is to mobilize federal resources and improve the nation’s ability to address these escalating health challenges.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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