Congresswoman Maxine Dexter introduced the Climate Health Emergency Act, declaring climate crisis a public health emergency to access federal resources.
Quiver AI Summary
Congresswoman Maxine Dexter has introduced the Climate Health Emergency Act, which mandates that the Secretary of Health and Human Services label the climate crisis as a public health emergency. This declaration aims to unlock federal resources to address the crisis comprehensively.
Dexter stated, "The climate crisis is not a distant threat—it’s a public health emergency," emphasizing the urgency for governmental action. Supporters believe this step is essential for protecting health and safety against climate impacts.
Advocates from various organizations echoed the importance of this declaration, asserting it would enable a coordinated response to the worsening public health threats posed by climate change, from extreme heat to pollution.
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Maxine Dexter Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Maxine Dexter:
- H.R.4493: To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to declare a public health emergency in connection with health risks associated with climate change, and for other purposes.
- H.R.4446: To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the conditions under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs is required to redevelop the individualized vocational rehabilitation plan for a veteran, and for other purposes.
- H.R.3869: Every Veteran Housed Act
- H.R.994: Stop Musk Act
You can track bills proposed by Maxine Dexter on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Dexter.
Maxine Dexter Fundraising
Maxine Dexter recently disclosed $166.4K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 497th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 64.5% came from individual donors.
Dexter disclosed $140.8K of spending. This was the 398th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Dexter disclosed $189.4K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 672nd most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Maxine Dexter's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
