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Climate Change Education Act

USA119th CongressHR-8406| House 
| Updated: 4/21/2026
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Julia Brownley (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation requires the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish a Climate Change Education Program within one year of enactment. The program's primary objectives are to increase climate literacy by broadening understanding of climate change, its consequences, and potential solutions, and to provide formal and nonformal learning opportunities for individuals of all ages. It will emphasize actionable information to help people understand and promote new technologies, jobs, career training, and programs related to climate change, adaptation, mitigation, resilience, and justice. As part of this program, NOAA will establish a grant and cooperative agreement initiative to fund various entities. These include State and local educational agencies for developing climate literacy plans for grades 4-12, providing educator training, and integrating climate concepts into curricula. Institutions of higher education will receive support for applied climate research and direct services to local communities, with a focus on long-term partnerships and equitable outcomes. Additionally, grants will go to professional associations for continuing education in green economy fields and to youth corps organizations for community-based climate work with an educational component. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $50,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to carry out the Act. A significant portion of funds for higher education and youth corps projects, specifically 40 percent, will be directed towards environmental justice communities . NOAA is also required to submit annual reports to Congress evaluating the program's scientific merits, educational effectiveness, and broader impacts.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2349
Climate Change Education Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2310
Climate Change Education Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7946
Climate Change Education Act
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 21, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Apr 22, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4377
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2349
    Climate Change Education Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2310
    Climate Change Education Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7946
    Climate Change Education Act


  • April 21, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 21, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.


  • April 22, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4377
    Introduced in Senate

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-4377: Climate Change Education Act

Climate Change Education Act

USA119th CongressHR-8406| House 
| Updated: 4/21/2026
This legislation requires the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish a Climate Change Education Program within one year of enactment. The program's primary objectives are to increase climate literacy by broadening understanding of climate change, its consequences, and potential solutions, and to provide formal and nonformal learning opportunities for individuals of all ages. It will emphasize actionable information to help people understand and promote new technologies, jobs, career training, and programs related to climate change, adaptation, mitigation, resilience, and justice. As part of this program, NOAA will establish a grant and cooperative agreement initiative to fund various entities. These include State and local educational agencies for developing climate literacy plans for grades 4-12, providing educator training, and integrating climate concepts into curricula. Institutions of higher education will receive support for applied climate research and direct services to local communities, with a focus on long-term partnerships and equitable outcomes. Additionally, grants will go to professional associations for continuing education in green economy fields and to youth corps organizations for community-based climate work with an educational component. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $50,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to carry out the Act. A significant portion of funds for higher education and youth corps projects, specifically 40 percent, will be directed towards environmental justice communities . NOAA is also required to submit annual reports to Congress evaluating the program's scientific merits, educational effectiveness, and broader impacts.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2349
Climate Change Education Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2310
Climate Change Education Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7946
Climate Change Education Act
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 21, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Apr 22, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4377
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2349
    Climate Change Education Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2310
    Climate Change Education Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7946
    Climate Change Education Act


  • April 21, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 21, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.


  • April 22, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4377
    Introduced in Senate
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Julia Brownley (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-4377: Climate Change Education Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted