Bill · H.Res. 446· House(119-HRES-446)
Expressing support for the recognition of July 3 through July 10, 2025, as "National Extreme Heat Awareness Week", a national event educating the public on the dangers of extreme heat and the risks of extreme heat events to public safety, infrastructure, agriculture, and much more, and supporting the goals of a National Extreme Heat Awareness Week.
- Introduced
- 5/23/2025
- Last activity
- 5/23/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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
- Michael Lawler
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 5
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for recognizing July 3 through July 10, 2025, as "National Extreme Heat Awareness Week." The event aims to educate the public on the dangers of extreme heat and the various risks it poses to public safety, infrastructure, and agriculture. It highlights that extreme heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the nation and can lead to life-threatening conditions. The resolution encourages increased efforts to raise public awareness regarding these dangers. Finally, it invites the American people to observe this week through various ceremonies and activities.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would children be better off under this?+1
Public awareness campaigns may help protect children during heat events.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+1
Awareness can help mitigate health risks for vulnerable older populations.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
Educational initiatives may assist those lacking heat refuge.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Awareness: The resolution encourages increased efforts and resources to teach the public about the dangers of extreme heat (Resolution, Section 3). This is vital because extreme heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the nation.
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Improved Safety Knowledge: Public safety campaigns are identified as a way to raise awareness regarding heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and how to avoid exposure (Resolution, Whereas Clause 1). This could help prevent deaths, which are noted as being largely preventable.
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Community Preparedness: The week promotes educational initiatives and community programming to increase overall knowledge and preparedness (Resolution, Whereas Clause 2).
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Technological Advancements: The text notes that the implementation of new technologies for cooling and heat resilience can help individuals and communities weather extreme heat (Resolution, Whereas Clause 2).
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Improved Federal Response: The resolution mentions that an improved Federal response, including the declaration of national extreme heat emergencies, is a preventative measure to help those facing heat risks (Resolution, Whereas Clause 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+1Good For Farmers+1Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Retirees+1Good For Seniors+1Good For Union Workers+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+1Improves Environmental Protections+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+1Increases Research Funding+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- 6/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/29/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/23/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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