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Quiet Communities Act of 2023
2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4178
Bill 118 hr 4178, also known as the Quiet Communities Act of 2023, aims to address noise pollution in communities across the United States. The bill recognizes that excessive noise can have negative impacts on public health, quality of life, and the environment.
The Quiet Communities Act of 2023 includes provisions to study the sources and effects of noise pollution, establish noise standards for various types of activities and equipment, and provide grants to local governments to implement noise control measures. The bill also calls for the creation of a national noise control research program to further understand and mitigate the effects of noise pollution.
Additionally, the Quiet Communities Act of 2023 seeks to promote public awareness and education about noise pollution and its impacts. It encourages collaboration between federal, state, and local governments, as well as with industry stakeholders, to develop effective noise control strategies. Overall, the Quiet Communities Act of 2023 aims to protect the well-being of Americans by addressing the often-overlooked issue of noise pollution and promoting quieter, more peaceful communities.
The Quiet Communities Act of 2023 includes provisions to study the sources and effects of noise pollution, establish noise standards for various types of activities and equipment, and provide grants to local governments to implement noise control measures. The bill also calls for the creation of a national noise control research program to further understand and mitigate the effects of noise pollution.
Additionally, the Quiet Communities Act of 2023 seeks to promote public awareness and education about noise pollution and its impacts. It encourages collaboration between federal, state, and local governments, as well as with industry stakeholders, to develop effective noise control strategies. Overall, the Quiet Communities Act of 2023 aims to protect the well-being of Americans by addressing the often-overlooked issue of noise pollution and promoting quieter, more peaceful communities.
Congressional Summary of HR 4178
Quiet Communities Act of 2023
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to reestablish an Office of Noise Abatement and Control to promote the development of local noise control programs and carry out related duties.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4178
Bill HR 4178 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4178 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4178's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of June 16, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4178
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
36Democrat Cosponsors
34Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4178
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Congressional oversight
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
- Environmental health
- Environmental technology
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Noise pollution
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4178
Quiet Communities Act of 2023
Quiet Communities Act of 2023
To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4178
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