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H.R.8363

Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026

Introduced·4/20/26

Establishes Youth Advisory Councils within federal agencies to provide recommendations on environmental issues affecting youth.

The Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 mandates the creation of Youth Advisory Councils within the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Commerce. These councils will offer recommendations on environmental issues impacting youth, including programs for disadvantaged communities, climate change mitigation, and pollution reduction. Councils will consist of 15-25 members aged 16-29, with at least 50% from disadvantaged communities.

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Energy And Commerce Committee
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History

Apr 20

House

Introduced in House

Apr 20

House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.