Expressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes.

1/11/2024, 8:30 AM

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that climate change caused by human activities constitutes a climate emergency, which demands the President use existing authorities and emergency powers to mitigate and prepare for the consequences of the emergency.

Bill 118 hconres 37, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the existence of a climate emergency and to emphasize the urgent need for a large-scale effort to combat and mitigate its effects.

The resolution highlights the severity of the climate crisis and the need for immediate action to address its causes and consequences. It calls for a mobilization effort on a massive scale to halt and reverse the impacts of climate change. This includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and implementing policies to protect the environment and promote sustainability.

The resolution does not propose specific legislative actions or policies, but rather serves as a statement of Congress's recognition of the urgency of the climate crisis and the need for a coordinated response. It is a non-binding resolution, meaning it does not have the force of law but is intended to express the views and priorities of Congress on this critical issue. Overall, Bill 118 hconres 37 underscores the importance of addressing the climate emergency and calls for a unified effort to combat the impacts of climate change. It reflects a growing recognition among lawmakers of the need for immediate and decisive action to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Congress
118

Number
HCONRES - 37

Introduced on
2023-05-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/2/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that climate change caused by human activities constitutes a climate emergency, which demands the President use existing authorities and emergency powers to mitigate and prepare for the consequences of the emergency.

Bill 118 hconres 37, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the existence of a climate emergency and to emphasize the urgent need for a large-scale effort to combat and mitigate its effects.

The resolution highlights the severity of the climate crisis and the need for immediate action to address its causes and consequences. It calls for a mobilization effort on a massive scale to halt and reverse the impacts of climate change. This includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and implementing policies to protect the environment and promote sustainability.

The resolution does not propose specific legislative actions or policies, but rather serves as a statement of Congress's recognition of the urgency of the climate crisis and the need for a coordinated response. It is a non-binding resolution, meaning it does not have the force of law but is intended to express the views and priorities of Congress on this critical issue. Overall, Bill 118 hconres 37 underscores the importance of addressing the climate emergency and calls for a unified effort to combat the impacts of climate change. It reflects a growing recognition among lawmakers of the need for immediate and decisive action to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Potential Impact
Air quality
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Economic performance and conditions
Emergency planning and evacuation
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

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Latest Summary9/12/2023

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that climate change caused by human activities constitutes a climate emergency, which demands the President use existing authorities and emergency powers to mitigate and prepare for the c...


Latest Action5/5/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.