SRES561Referred to Committee

A resolution recognizing that particulate matter pollution can cause heart attacks, asthma, strokes, and premature death.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-12-17
Introduced
8
Cosponsors
SRES
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Sheldon Whitehouse
Democrat · RI · Senator
Votes with party: 82.5% (857 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (8)

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Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

2025-12-17

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Plain-English Summary

This resolution formally acknowledges that tiny particles in the air from pollution can trigger serious health problems like heart attacks, asthma attacks, and strokes, and can lead to early death. The measure recognizes the connection between air quality and public health, affecting millions of Americans who breathe polluted air, particularly those in industrial areas and low-income communities. While resolutions don't create new laws, this one aims to build support for stronger air quality protections and pollution controls.

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Environmental Protection
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