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To codify Executive Order 14096 relating to revitalizing our Nation's commitment to environmental justice for all.

2/12/2025, 9:01 AM

Summary of Bill HR 576

Bill 119 HR 576, also known as the Environmental Justice for All Act, aims to codify Executive Order 14096, which focuses on revitalizing the nation's commitment to environmental justice. The bill seeks to address the disproportionate impact of environmental hazards on marginalized communities, particularly low-income and minority populations.

The legislation includes provisions to ensure that federal agencies consider environmental justice in their decision-making processes, conduct thorough assessments of environmental impacts on vulnerable communities, and provide opportunities for public participation in environmental decision-making. Additionally, the bill calls for increased funding for environmental justice programs and initiatives, as well as the establishment of an Environmental Justice Interagency Council to coordinate efforts across federal agencies.

Overall, the Environmental Justice for All Act aims to promote equity and fairness in environmental policy and decision-making, with the goal of ensuring that all communities have access to clean air, water, and land. The bill has garnered bipartisan support and is seen as a crucial step towards addressing environmental injustices that have long plagued marginalized communities in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 576

This bill provides statutory authority for Executive Order 14096, which was issued on April 26, 2023, to advance a government-wide approach to environmental justice, including by directing each federal agency to (1) make achieving environmental justice part of its mission, (2) issue an Environmental Justice Strategic Plan every four years, and (3) provide public notice of certain toxic chemical releases. The Executive Order also established the White House Office of Environmental Justice as well as an Environmental Justice Subcommittee of the National Science and Technology Council.

Current Status of Bill HR 576

Bill HR 576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2025. Bill HR 576 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2025.  Bill HR 576's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and 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. as of January 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 576

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
6
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
94
Democrat Cosponsors
94
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 576

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 576

To codify Executive Order 14096 relating to revitalizing our Nation's commitment to environmental justice for all.
To codify Executive Order 14096 relating to revitalizing our Nation's commitment to environmental justice for all.

Comments

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Kenia Block

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10 months ago

I think this bill is a good idea. It's important to make sure everyone has clean air and water. This bill will help protect the environment for future generations. I'm glad they are taking steps to address environmental justice.