Acknowledging the particular threat climate change poses to a secure and sustainable future for all children and the important stake children have in a healthy planet.
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
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AI Government Intelligence™House Resolution 1164 from the 118th Congress is a resolution acknowledging the specific threat that climate change poses to the future security and sustainability for all children. It emphasizes the significant stake children have in maintaining a healthy planet. The resolution was referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and Energy and Commerce for further consideration but did not advance to passage and is currently classified as failed or expired. The bill does not contain detailed legislative text or provisions, serving primarily as a formal recognition of the issue within the policy area of environmental protection.
H.Res.1164 formally recognizes the risks climate change poses to children’s futures but did not advance beyond committee referral and is no longer active legislation.
- The resolution acknowledges climate change as a particular threat to a secure and sustainable future for children.
- It highlights the important stake children have in a healthy planet, framing climate change as an intergenerational issue.
- The bill was referred to two House committees with jurisdiction over foreign affairs and energy/commerce but did not progress further.
['Children and future generations, as the resolution focuses on their stake in climate and environmental health.', 'Environmental advocacy groups, as the resolution supports recognition of climate change impacts.', 'Government agencies involved in environmental protection and climate policy, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).']
['The resolution lacks specific policy directives or funding mechanisms, which may limit practical impact.', 'No enforcement or implementation provisions are included, potentially reducing effectiveness.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it does not create legal obligations or mandates.']
The resolution was introduced during the 118th Congress and referred to committees responsible for foreign affairs and energy and commerce, reflecting the intersection of climate change with international and domestic policy. The bill did not advance beyond committee referral and is listed as failed or expired, indicating it did not receive a floor vote or enactment. The absence of a summary or full text limits detailed legislative context.
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['The resolution may raise awareness and influence public discourse on climate change impacts on children.', 'It could encourage future legislative efforts with more concrete policy measures addressing climate change and youth.', 'By involving committees on foreign affairs and energy and commerce, it highlights the multifaceted nature of climate policy.']
The absence of a full bill text and official summary reduces transparency and limits the ability to fully assess the resolution's scope and implications. As a non-binding resolution, it does not impose legal requirements or funding, which should be noted when evaluating its potential impact. The bill’s failure to advance beyond committee referral suggests limited legislative momentum.
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