A bill to require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide support to State governments in the production by those governments of quadrennial State climate assessments, and for other purposes.
1/3/2025, 6:57 PMSummary of Bill S 5509
Bill 118 s 5509, also known as the State Climate Resilience Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to enhance the ability of State governments to assess and address the impacts of climate change within their respective regions. The bill specifically mandates the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to assist State governments in producing quadrennial State climate assessments.These assessments would provide valuable information on the current and projected impacts of climate change on various aspects of each State, including but not limited to agriculture, infrastructure, public health, and natural resources. By requiring these assessments to be conducted every four years, the bill seeks to ensure that States have up-to-date and comprehensive data to inform their climate resilience planning and decision-making processes.
In addition to supporting the production of State climate assessments, the bill also includes provisions for NOAA to provide technical assistance, training, and guidance to State governments in conducting these assessments. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination between NOAA and State agencies, as well as the dissemination of assessment findings to the public and relevant stakeholders. Overall, Bill 118 s 5509 aims to empower State governments to better understand and respond to the challenges posed by climate change, ultimately enhancing their resilience and preparedness in the face of a changing climate.
Current Status of Bill S 5509
Bill S 5509 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 12, 2024. Bill S 5509 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 12, 2024. Bill S 5509's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of December 12, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5509
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3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5509
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A bill to require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide support to State governments in the production by those governments of quadrennial State climate assessments, and for other purposes.A bill to require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide support to State governments in the production by those governments of quadrennial State climate assessments, and for other purposes.Comments
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