Recognizing the significant impact and legacy of Cecil Corbin-Mark in the environmental justice community and further recognizing that climate change most severely impacts vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in the United States and around the world, and that it is the responsibility of the United States Government to work with its global partners to promote environmental justice and climate.

Bill 117 HRES 460, also known as the Cecil Corbin-Mark Environmental Justice and Climate Change Resolution, aims to recognize the important contributions of Cecil Corbin-Mark in the environmental justice community. The bill acknowledges that climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in the United States and worldwide. It emphasizes the responsibility of the United States Government to collaborate with international partners to advocate for environmental justice and address climate change.

The resolution highlights the legacy of Cecil Corbin-Mark, a prominent figure in the environmental justice movement who dedicated his life to advocating for marginalized communities impacted by environmental issues. It underscores the urgent need for action to address the unequal burden of climate change on vulnerable populations, including low-income communities and communities of color.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for increased cooperation between the United States and other countries to promote environmental justice and combat climate change on a global scale. It emphasizes the importance of working together to address the root causes of environmental injustice and implement sustainable solutions that benefit all communities. In summary, Bill 117 HRES 460 recognizes the significant impact of Cecil Corbin-Mark in the environmental justice community and underscores the importance of addressing climate change in a way that prioritizes the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. It calls for collaboration between the United States and its global partners to promote environmental justice and work towards a more sustainable future for all.