H.R. 5104: Preventing Health Emergencies And Temperature-related Illness and Deaths Act of 2025

The "Preventing Health Emergencies and Temperature-related Illness and Deaths Act of 2025" aims to enhance the United States' response to extreme heat events, particularly in communities that are disproportionately affected by environmental issues. The bill establishes a National Integrated Heat Health Information System designed to improve how information regarding heat-related emergencies is collected, managed, and communicated. This initiative focuses on enhancing preparedness and response strategies to protect public health and prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths.

Funding Allocations

To support its goals, the bill allocates funding in the following manner:

• $500,000 annually from 2026 to 2028 for a contract with the National Academies of Sciences through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
• $10 million each year for 2026 and 2027.
• $20 million for the year 2028.
• $30 million for each year from 2029 to 2030.

This funding is dedicated to developing resilience strategies against extreme heat and supports related projects and research efforts.

Focus on Environmental Justice

A significant aspect of the bill is its emphasis on environmental justice, recognizing that certain communities are more vulnerable to the impacts of extreme heat due to factors such as socioeconomic status, access to resources, and public health infrastructure. By targeting these communities, the bill aims to ensure equitable access to information, assistance, and resources needed to cope with heat emergencies.

Implementation and Expected Outcomes

The implementation of the National Integrated Heat Health Information System is expected to lead to improved data collection on heat patterns and health outcomes, facilitating better decision-making by public health officials and emergency response teams. The long-term goal is to reduce the incidence of heat-related illnesses and fatalities through proactive measures, community engagement, and education about heat risks.

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