Doris Matsui (D-CA)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
A Democratic resolution with 55 Democratic cosponsors · See all 55 cosponsors
Last activity — 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for honoring Earth Day and calls for various environmental actions. It urges the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the day and encourages citizens to address environmental challenges like climate change and litter. The text emphasizes the need to uplift indigenous environmental knowledge and promotes year-round environmental action. It further reaffirms the necessity of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to protect public health and the environment. Finally, it requests that the United States Government rejoin the Paris Agreement to ensure a livable planet for future generations.
Yes· 3 of 15
- Scored +7
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The resolution reaffirms the need for immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Scored +7
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution advocates for protecting air, water, and wildlife through environmental stewardship and regulation.
- Scored +6
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution aims to ensure that future generations inherit a livable and sustainable planet.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Public Health and Well-being: The resolution states that reducing greenhouse gas emissions is necessary to protect public health and the overall well-being of all people and wildlife (Resolution, Section 3).
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Environmental Stewardship and Community Action: The resolution encourages Americans to address various environmental challenges, ranging from large-scale climate change to local issues like litter (Resolution, Section 2A).
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Preservation of Future Generations: The text urges efforts to ensure that future generations inherit a planet that is livable, sustainable, and ecologically rich (Resolution, Section 4).
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Inclusion of Indigenous Knowledge: The resolution encourages the public to uplift the environmental knowledge and stewardship practices of indigenous communities (Resolution, Section 2B).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Economic and Environmental Impacts of Legislation: The text notes that the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" repealed or undermined sections of the Inflation Reduction Act, which it claims upended the American economy, increased electricity prices, and worsened the cost of living (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Loss of Climate Progress: The resolution mentions that Executive Branch actions to withhold or rescind climate investments have weakened American industry and slowed progress toward a resilient economy (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Health and Safety Risks: The text states that the rollback of environmental regulations by Executive Agencies will pollute air and water, which jeopardizes the health of Americans (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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Increased Vulnerability to Climate Events: The repeal of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding is described as leaving communities more vulnerable to extreme heat, severe storms, flooding, and wildfires (Resolution, Whereas clauses).
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 children be better off under this? — The resolution aims to ensure that future generations inherit a livable and sustainable planet. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution encourages uplifting the environmental knowledge and stewardship practices of indigenous communities. Would union members be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the potential for creating many good-paying green jobs. Would farmers be better off under this? — The resolution supports climate smart agriculture as a means of environmental and economic stability. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution promotes environmental and climate literacy as an educational priority. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution mentions climate smart agriculture which is central to rural economic stability. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution addresses pollution and climate-related risks like extreme heat and flooding that affect communities.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution advocates for protecting air, water, and wildlife through environmental stewardship and regulation. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The resolution reaffirms the need for immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The text highlights the importance of clean energy and zero-emission vehicles as part of environmental action. Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution mentions climate smart agriculture as a key component of environmental and economic resilience.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The resolution urges the United States to rejoin the Paris Agreement to strengthen global climate cooperation.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution emphasizes the creation of green jobs through climate action and environmental stewardship.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution calls for addressing environmental injustices that disproportionately affect specific communities.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution promotes environmental and climate literacy to accelerate the development of green technologies.
- 4/22/2026
- Submitted in House
- 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.
- 55 Cosponsors added.
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