Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives related to the Department of Defense's consideration of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report.

Bill 117 H.Res. 651, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives related to the Department of Defense's consideration of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution urges the Department of Defense to take into account the findings and recommendations of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report in its decision-making processes.

The IPCC report is a comprehensive scientific assessment of the impacts of climate change on the environment, economy, and society. It provides valuable information on the potential risks and challenges posed by climate change, as well as strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of addressing climate change as a national security issue, highlighting the potential threats posed by extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and other climate-related disasters. It calls on the Department of Defense to incorporate climate change considerations into its strategic planning, resource allocation, and risk assessment processes. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 651 underscores the need for the Department of Defense to prioritize climate change as a critical factor in its decision-making, in order to safeguard national security and protect the well-being of the American people.