HR 7946 United States House · 118th Congress

Climate Change Education Act

HR 7946, the Climate Change Education Act, directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish a Climate Change Education Program within one year of enactment. The program requires states and school districts to develop climate literacy curricula for grades 4-12, aligned with state standards, ensuring students graduate with climate knowledge - including causes, impacts, and solutions - and integrates climate concepts into STEM, civics, and career education. It allocates $50 million annually (2025-2030) for grants, prioritizing environmental justice communities (40% of funds) and supporting teacher training, student-led projects, and partnerships with higher education and nonprofits. The bill mandates annual reports evaluating the program’s effectiveness and aims to build climate literacy across all educational levels.

Issues: ✓ Education ✓ Environment

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Apr 2024

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Introduced Apr 11, 2024 Last action Apr 12, 2024

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Apr 12, 2024

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

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Apr 11, 2024

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the 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.

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Apr 11, 2024

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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors