Expressing support for the recognition of July 3 through July 10, 2026, as "National Extreme Heat Awareness Week", a national event educating the public on the dangers of extreme heat and the risks of extreme heat events to public safety, infrastructure, agriculture, and much more, and supporting the goals of a National Extreme Heat Awareness Week.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The resolution asks the United States to observe July 3‑10 2026 as National Extreme Heat Awareness Week, a time to educate the public about the health, infrastructure and agricultural risks of extreme heat. It encourages schools, community groups and private organizations to hold activities that raise awareness and promote preventive steps. The measure does not create programs, impose requirements, or allocate funding.
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