Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
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This resolution expresses strong support for honoring Earth Day, acknowledging its historical significance since 1970 as a catalyst for the modern environmental movement and a global call to action. It highlights Earth Day's role in promoting environmental citizenship, stewardship, and activism, leading to landmark legislation like the Clean Air Act and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. The resolution emphasizes the ongoing relevance of Earth Day in addressing persistent challenges such as climate change, pollution, and habitat loss, and in reaffirming national responsibility in global environmental efforts.
The resolution specifically urges the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Earth Day and encourages the American people to actively participate by addressing environmental challenges, from climate change to litter. It advocates for uplifting indigenous environmental knowledge and stewardship practices, and for educating communities about the need for year-round environmental action. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the necessity of immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ameliorate environmental injustices, while also urging the United States Government to rejoin the Paris Agreement and prioritize efforts to ensure a livable and sustainable planet for future generations.
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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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House of Representatives
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