Recognizing access to water, sanitation, electricity, heating, cooling, broadband communications, and public transportation as basic human rights and public services that must be accessible, safe, justly sourced and sustainable, acceptable, sufficient, affordable, climate resilient, and reliable for every person.

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.

Bill 118 HRES 1478, also known as the "Recognizing Access to Essential Services Act," aims to establish access to water, sanitation, electricity, heating, cooling, broadband communications, and public transportation as basic human rights and public services that must be accessible to all individuals. The bill emphasizes the importance of these services being safe, justly sourced, sustainable, acceptable, sufficient, affordable, climate resilient, and reliable for every person.

The legislation recognizes that access to these essential services is crucial for individuals to lead healthy and productive lives. It highlights the need for these services to be available to all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status or background. The bill also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that these services are environmentally sustainable and resilient to the impacts of climate change.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1478 seeks to prioritize the accessibility and affordability of essential services for all individuals, with a focus on promoting equity and sustainability. The legislation aims to address the disparities in access to these services and ensure that every person has access to the basic necessities needed to thrive in society.