Recognizing the threat of extreme weather to children's health and well-being, and expressing the sense of Congress that solutions must be rapidly and equitably developed and deployed to address the unique vulnerabilities and needs of children.

119th Congress Introduced by Alma Adams and 33 co-sponsors

HRES 585: Recognizing the Threat of Extreme Weather to Children's Health OverviewBill Number: HRES 585 Title: Recognizing the threat of extreme weather to children's health and we

Submitted in House

Overview

Bill Number: HRES 585
Title: Recognizing the threat of extreme weather to children's health and well-being, and expressing the sense of Congress that solutions must be rapidly and equitably developed and deployed to address the unique vulnerabilities and needs of children.
Status: Submitted in House
Introduced: July 16, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This House resolution aims to raise awareness of the significant and disproportionate impacts that extreme weather events driven by climate change can have on the health and well-being of children. The resolution expresses the sense of Congress that urgent, equitable solutions must be developed and implemented to address the unique vulnerabilities of children to the effects of extreme weather.

Key Provisions

Recognizes that children are more susceptible to the physical, mental, and emotional impacts of extreme weather events due to their stage of development, dependence on caregivers, and limited ability to prepare or respond.

Acknowledges that low-income and minority children are at even greater risk, as they often lack access to resources and support needed to withstand and recover from extreme weather.

Calls on the federal government to prioritize research, policies, and programs that:

Identify and mitigate the specific risks faced by children during extreme weather events.
Ensure equitable access to emergency preparedness, response, and recovery resources for all children.
Provide comprehensive physical and mental health services for children affected by extreme weather.
Integrate climate change adaptation and resilience strategies into child health and welfare initiatives.

Affected Parties and Impacts

This resolution would impact all children in the United States, with a particular focus on those from low-income and minority communities who are disproportionately vulnerable to the health consequences of extreme weather. The resolution aims to drive federal action to better protect children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being in the face of the growing threat of climate change-driven extreme events.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HRES 585 has been submitted in the House of Representatives and is currently awaiting committee assignment and consideration. If passed by the House, the resolution would express the sense of Congress regarding the need to address the unique vulnerabilities of children to extreme weather, but would not have the force of law. The resolution's passage could, however, help to shape future legislative and policy efforts to safeguard children's health and well-being in the face of a changing climate.