SRES562Referred to Committee

A resolution recognizing that ozone pollution can cause lung disease, asthma attacks, cardiovascular problems, and reproductive issues.

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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 ground-level ozone pollution—the smog that forms when sunlight reacts with car exhaust and industrial emissions—damages human health by triggering asthma attacks, worsening lung disease, causing heart problems, and potentially harming reproduction. The resolution doesn't create new laws or regulations, but rather expresses Congress's official recognition of these health risks, which could support future environmental protection efforts. It affects anyone who breathes outdoor air, particularly children, elderly people, and those with existing respiratory or heart conditions.

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Environmental Protection
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