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East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024

6/22/2024, 12:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 4045

Bill 118 s 4045, also known as the East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program that will monitor and assess the health impacts of various factors in the East Palestine region.

The bill outlines the creation of a Health Impact Monitoring Program, which will be responsible for collecting data on air and water quality, as well as other environmental factors that may affect the health of residents in East Palestine. This program will also conduct studies to analyze the potential health risks associated with these factors.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Health Impact Monitoring Advisory Board, which will provide guidance and recommendations to the program. This board will be composed of experts in public health, environmental science, and other relevant fields. Overall, the East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024 aims to improve the health and well-being of residents in the East Palestine region by monitoring and addressing potential health risks associated with environmental factors. It emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and collaboration between experts in various fields to ensure the health and safety of the community.

Current Status of Bill S 4045

Bill S 4045 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2024. Bill S 4045 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 21, 2024.  Bill S 4045's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 426. as of June 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4045

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4045

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Accidents
- Congressional oversight
- Environmental health
- Government studies and investigations
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Railroads

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4045

East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024
East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024
East Palestine Health Impact Monitoring Act of 2024
A bill to require a study on public health impacts as a consequence of the February 3, 2023, train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.

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