A Democratic bill with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 8 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
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This legislation establishes the Green New Deal for Health Act to prepare and protect the health care sector and communities against the climate crisis.
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It creates a new Office of Climate Change and Health Equity and an interagency framework to address the health impacts of climate change.
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The bill mandates that hospitals provide advanced notice before closing or reducing essential services and requires the creation of mitigation plans.
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It authorizes funding for green infrastructure upgrades in medical facilities, community health centers, and programs focused on environmental justice communities.
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It supports the health workforce and medical supply chains through training programs, hazardous duty compensation, and decarbonization strategies.
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It funds research, mental wellness programs, and Medicare coverage for home resiliency services to protect vulnerable individuals during climate disasters.
Yes· 3 of 32
- Scored +10
Does this put more money into medical research?
The bill authorizes $5 billion annually for research and innovation related to climate change and health impacts through 2036.
- Scored +10
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill authorizes $5 billion per year to support scientific research and innovation regarding health and climate.
- Scored +7
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill specifically includes representation from Indian tribes and tribal organizations on the Advisory Council.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Strengthened Hospital Closure Rules (Section 201): Requires hospitals to give a 90-day notice before closing or cutting essential services, which protects everyday folks from suddenly losing access to vital medical care in their neighborhoods.
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Support for Community Health (Section 202): Directs at least 50 percent of expanded community health center funding to environmental justice communities, ensuring lower-income areas and communities of color receive better medical resources.
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Green Facility Upgrades (Section 301): Provides massive funding to modernize medical facilities with climate-ready infrastructure, like backup renewable energy and improved air filtration, which keeps hospitals running and safe during power outages or extreme weather.
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Home Resiliency Services (Section 621): Adds Medicare coverage for necessary home items like heat pumps and solar backup batteries for patients who are medically at risk during climate disasters, helping folks stay safe right at home.
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Worker Protections and Training (Sections 501 and 503): Funds job training and career pathways for community health workers and provides up to $13 per hour in hazardous duty compensation for essential health care workers during emergencies.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Regulatory Burdens and Hospital Costs (Section 201): Hospitals face strict new bureaucratic requirements, mandatory waiting periods, and potential enrollment bans from Medicare for up to three years if they violate closure rules, which could add heavy administrative and financial stress to struggling medical facilities.
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Compliance Costs for Manufacturers (Section 402): Imposes mandatory climate risk disclosure policies and reporting requirements on drug and medical device manufacturers, which could potentially drive up the operational costs of producing essential medications and supplies.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill specifically includes representation from Indian tribes and tribal organizations on the Advisory Council. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes environmental justice and low-income communities for health and infrastructure investments. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill considers disability status as a key factor in determining individuals medically at risk during disasters. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill expands Medicare coverage for home resiliency services specifically for those at medical risk, including seniors. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes environmental justice communities which often include significant representation of communities of color. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes environmental justice communities which often include significant representation of communities of color. Would union members be better off under this? — The bill requires the inclusion of representatives from labor organizations representing health care workers. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill addresses urban heat islands through green infrastructure and tree planting. Would children be better off under this? — The bill addresses climate-related health risks that affect those under age 5. Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill provides opportunities for small businesses within environmental justice communities via technical assistance and contracting opportunities. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill considers the health and needs of migrants and refugees in its national strategic action plan. Would women be better off under this? — The bill addresses reproductive health risks associated with climate change. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill includes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the national strategic action plan consultation process.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill authorizes $5 billion annually for research and innovation related to climate change and health impacts through 2036. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill establishes requirements for hospitals to maintain essential services during closures and invests in resilient infrastructure to ensure continued access. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill provides grants to establish and expand community mental wellness and resilience programs. Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65? — The bill expands Medicare coverage to include medically necessary home resiliency services like heat pumps and solar batteries.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill incentivizes the installation of onsite distributed generation and renewable energy for medical facilities. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill addresses the health impacts of climate change through research and innovation needs of environmental justice communities. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill focuses on decarbonizing the health care sector through various regulatory and grant-based initiatives. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The bill authorizes infrastructure upgrades to protect access routes to medical facilities from floods and wildfires.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill aims to expand the community health workforce by 150,000 workers by 2031. Does this strengthen the rights of workers to organise? — The bill mandates that the Advisory Council include representatives from labor organizations representing health care workers. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill invests heavily in green infrastructure and workforce development within the healthcare sector. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill establishes a formal advisory structure and specific research goals for the $50 billion authorized over ten years.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill authorizes $5 billion per year to support scientific research and innovation regarding health and climate. Does this make college cost less? — The bill provides scholarships and career advancement opportunities for the community health workforce.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill prioritizes funding and resources for environmental justice communities and populations disproportionately affected by climate change. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill supports the creation of high-wage community health worker positions and career pathways. Does this make housing cost less? — The bill funds research into climate-related housing precarity and vulnerabilities.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates that the Advisory Council meetings be open to the public.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill includes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in consultation for the national strategic action plan.
- 9/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/30/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/27/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and 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.
- 6 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
7 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Alexandria Ocasio-CortezDemocrat · New York
Ilhan OmarDemocrat · Minnesota
Ayanna PressleyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan