Bill · H.Res. 341· House(119-HRES-341)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 4/21/2025
- Last activity
- 4/21/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Doris Matsui
- Cosponsors
- - 51 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for honoring Earth Day and highlights its history since 1970. It notes past federal legislative actions like the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The text warns that repealing these laws, rolling back regulations, or withdrawing from the Paris Agreement will cause negative consequences. It urges the President to issue an Earth Day proclamation and encourages Americans to address environmental challenges. Finally, the measure urges the federal government to rejoin the Paris Agreement and take immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8
The resolution strongly supports environmental stewardship, honoring Earth Day, and protecting natural habitats and public health.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+7
The resolution reaffirms that immediate action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+5
It highlights the importance of past climate investments and clean energy initiatives.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Encouraging Environmental Stewardship: Under resolved paragraph (2), the resolution encourages the American people to mark Earth Day by addressing environmental challenges, uplifting indigenous environmental knowledge, and educating others to protect the planet. This could promote community action and cleaner local environments.
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Advocating for Public Health and Climate Action: Under resolved paragraph (4), the text reaffirms that immediate action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ameliorate environmental injustices to protect the Earth and public health. This may benefit individuals by pushing for cleaner air and water.
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Promoting Global Cooperation: Under resolved paragraph (3), the resolution urges the United States Government to rejoin the Paris Agreement and prioritize efforts to ensure a sustainable planet. This could foster international cooperation on environmental protection.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Specific Negative Provisions: The provided text is a congressional resolution expressing support, opinions, and policy urgings rather than establishing binding laws, mandates, taxes, or penalties. Therefore, it does not explicitly contain sections or provisions that directly impose negative consequences or burdens on individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+8Reduces Carbon Emissions+7Increases Renewable Energy Investment+5Improves Public Land Management+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+4Good For Native Americans+4Good For Young Adults+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2
- 5/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/24/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/21/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 48 Cosponsors added.
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