Bill · H.R. 4515· House(119-HR-4515)

Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2025

Age: 82 years

California

Introduced: 7/17/2025
Last activity: 7/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Doris Matsui
Cosponsors: - 24 - 0

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill establishes the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Office is tasked with creating a national strategic action plan to prepare the health care sector for climate-related health threats. Key duties include tracking data on environmental conditions and disease risks while helping vulnerable populations. The plan aims to improve health sector capacity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the health sector. Additionally, a permanent science advisory board will provide technical advice to the Secretary.

Yes· 3 of 14

Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7
The bill prioritizes environmental justice communities and populations disproportionately affected by climate change.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The bill specifically focuses on helping low-income and medically underserved communities.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+6
The bill includes specific outreach and consultation with Tribal communities.