Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2025

# Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2025 (HR 4515) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill, sponsored by Representative Doris Matsui (D-CA), aims to address health problems linked to climate change. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on measures like funding health programs to help communities cope with climate-related health risks (such as heat-related illnesses, poor air quality, and disease spread), improving public health infrastructure, and ensuring vulnerable populations have access to healthcare during climate emergencies. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily impact public health agencies, hospitals, and communities most vulnerable to climate-related health problems—including low-income neighborhoods, elderly populations, and those with existing health conditions.

States and local governments would likely be involved in implementation. **Current Status** As of now, HR 4515 remains in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote. The bill is in the early legislative stage and would need to pass committee review, House approval, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law.