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A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.
5/15/2024, 12:48 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 648
Bill 118 S.Res. 648, also known as the Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize and affirm the environmental rights of individuals who are incarcerated in the United States.
The resolution highlights the fact that incarcerated individuals often face environmental injustices, such as exposure to pollution, lack of access to clean water and air, and other environmental hazards. These environmental injustices can have a negative impact on the health and well-being of incarcerated individuals, as well as on the surrounding communities.
The resolution calls for the recognition of the right of incarcerated individuals to a safe and healthy environment, as well as access to clean water, air, and other environmental resources. It also calls for the implementation of policies and practices that promote environmental justice within the criminal justice system. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 648 aims to raise awareness about the environmental rights of incarcerated individuals and to advocate for policies that protect and promote these rights. It is an important step towards addressing environmental injustices within the criminal justice system and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their incarceration status, have access to a safe and healthy environment.
The resolution highlights the fact that incarcerated individuals often face environmental injustices, such as exposure to pollution, lack of access to clean water and air, and other environmental hazards. These environmental injustices can have a negative impact on the health and well-being of incarcerated individuals, as well as on the surrounding communities.
The resolution calls for the recognition of the right of incarcerated individuals to a safe and healthy environment, as well as access to clean water, air, and other environmental resources. It also calls for the implementation of policies and practices that promote environmental justice within the criminal justice system. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 648 aims to raise awareness about the environmental rights of incarcerated individuals and to advocate for policies that protect and promote these rights. It is an important step towards addressing environmental injustices within the criminal justice system and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their incarceration status, have access to a safe and healthy environment.
Congressional Summary of SRES 648
This resolution declares that incarcerated people have the right to (1) healthy and safe environments, and (2) advocate for protecting and improving their environmental health.
This resolution also supports efforts to enact legislation that is guided by the principles of the Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People (as described in this resolution).
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Current Status of Bill SRES 648
Bill SRES 648 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2024. Bill SRES 648 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 18, 2024. Bill SRES 648's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2887-2888) as of April 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 648
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 648
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 648
A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.
A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 648
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