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To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to air pollution control agencies to implement a cleaner air space program, and for other purposes.
1/21/2025, 9:20 AM
Summary of Bill HR 566
Bill 119 HR 566, also known as the Cleaner Air Space Program Act, aims to address air pollution by providing grants to air pollution control agencies. The bill directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to allocate funds to these agencies to implement programs that will improve air quality.
The main goal of the bill is to reduce harmful pollutants in the air, which can have negative effects on public health and the environment. By providing financial support to air pollution control agencies, the bill seeks to promote cleaner air and create a healthier living environment for all Americans.
In addition to funding for air pollution control agencies, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving air quality. These additional measures may include research and development initiatives, public education campaigns, and other efforts to reduce air pollution. Overall, Bill 119 HR 566 is a proactive step towards addressing air pollution and promoting cleaner air spaces in the United States. By providing grants to air pollution control agencies and implementing various programs, the bill aims to protect public health and the environment for current and future generations.
The main goal of the bill is to reduce harmful pollutants in the air, which can have negative effects on public health and the environment. By providing financial support to air pollution control agencies, the bill seeks to promote cleaner air and create a healthier living environment for all Americans.
In addition to funding for air pollution control agencies, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving air quality. These additional measures may include research and development initiatives, public education campaigns, and other efforts to reduce air pollution. Overall, Bill 119 HR 566 is a proactive step towards addressing air pollution and promoting cleaner air spaces in the United States. By providing grants to air pollution control agencies and implementing various programs, the bill aims to protect public health and the environment for current and future generations.
Congressional Summary of HR 566
Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to air pollution control agencies, including at least one tribal agency with jurisdiction over air quality, to implement cleaner air space programs (i.e., programs to provide clean air to the public during wildland fire smoke events). Generally, such programs must be located in areas at risk of exposure to wildland fire smoke and must help provide educational materials, clean air centers (i.e., one or more clean air rooms in a publicly accessible building), and air filtration systems to certain households. Clean air rooms are rooms designed to keep levels of harmful air pollutants as low as possible during wildland fire smoke events.
Under the bill, air pollution control agencies must partner with at least one community-based organization in implementing such programs.
Current Status of Bill HR 566
Bill HR 566 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2025. Bill HR 566 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2025. Bill HR 566's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 20, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 566
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
13Democrat Cosponsors
13Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 566
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 566
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to air pollution control agencies to implement a cleaner air space program, and for other purposes.
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to air pollution control agencies to implement a cleaner air space program, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 566
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