WORSENING AIR POLLUTION

On 2026-04-15, Representative George Latimer (D-NY-16) delivered a floor speech titled "WORSENING AIR POLLUTION" in the House. The speech addressed the environment.

WORSENING AIR POLLUTION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)] [House] [Page H2890] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] WORSENING AIR POLLUTION (Mr. LATIMER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. LATIMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak about the urgent need to address the worsening air pollution problem in this country and in my home area of New York. Like many Americans, I remember the blanket of orange smoke that covered our skies throughout the summer of 2023 as a result of the horrific Canadian wildfires. Recently, I had the opportunity to meet with students from Columbia University advocating for the creation of clean air centers and air filtration systems for low-income individuals and those with preexisting conditions like congenital heart disease. We all have a moral duty to protect the well-being of Americans across this country from all forms of pollution, from the East Coast to the West Coast and in between. From the floor of the House of Representatives, I urge my colleagues to take action to address the growing severity and protect Americans from dangerous air pollution. Vote ``no'' on bills that will make it easier for polluters to pollute. ____________________