0
0

Climate Change Education Act

4/26/2024, 1:55 PM

Summary of Bill S 4117

Bill 118 s 4117, also known as the Climate Change Education Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting education and awareness about climate change. The bill seeks to ensure that students in K-12 schools receive accurate and up-to-date information about the causes and effects of climate change, as well as potential solutions to address this global issue.

The Climate Change Education Act proposes the development of educational materials and resources that can be used by teachers to incorporate climate change education into their curriculum. It also calls for the training of educators to effectively teach students about climate change and its impact on the environment.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of teaching students about the role of science in understanding climate change, as well as the need for critical thinking skills to evaluate information and make informed decisions about environmental issues. Overall, the Climate Change Education Act aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become informed and engaged citizens who can contribute to efforts to address climate change and protect the environment for future generations.

Current Status of Bill S 4117

Bill S 4117 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 11, 2024. Bill S 4117 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 11, 2024.  Bill S 4117's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4117

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
40
Democrat Cosponsors
38
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4117

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4117

Climate Change Education Act
Climate Change Education Act
A bill to require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish a Climate Change Education Program, and for other purposes.

Comments