COMBATING THE CLIMATE CRISIS

In Congress, Joe has been working to confront the climate crisis by advancing policies that protect clean air and clean water, reduce carbon pollution, and build a more sustainable future for the next generation.

 

Joe believes environmental policy must put families and communities first, not the profits of special interests. He knows climate change is already harming our environment, public health, and economy, and that we must act with urgency to address it.

 

In Congress, Joe has co-sponsored legislation including:

 

The Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act

Would reduce carbon emissions significantly over time by placing a price on carbon and returning revenue directly to American families.

 

The Climate Change Education Act

Would create a national climate change education program through NOAA to improve public understanding of human-caused climate change.

 

The Environmental Justice For All Act

Would strengthen protections against environmental discrimination and allow affected communities to seek legal remedies when harmed.

 

The Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

Would reduce single-use plastic waste and promote stronger recycling and manufacturing standards.

 

The Saving America’s Pollinators Act

Would protect pollinators like bees by restricting harmful pesticides and supporting monitoring of pollinator populations.

 

The FRESHER Act

Would close Clean Air Act loopholes that allow certain oil and gas emissions to go unregulated.

 

The Arctic Refuge Protection Act

Would protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge by ending oil and gas development and preserving it as protected wilderness.