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Senate BillS 1743Science, Technology, Communications

Extreme Heat Economic Study Act of 2025

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The study itself would most directly affect government agencies, scientists, and experts involved in climate, health, and economic research, as they would be tasked with conducting the analysis and providing feedback. Federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Agriculture, and FEMA would contribute data and expertise.

Once the study is complete, its findings could potentially affect a broad range of Americans. For example, individuals and businesses impacted by extreme heat (through health issues, property damage, or lost work) might see future policies or programs influenced by this data. Farmers, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and even utility customers could see the study's recommendations shape how the nation prepares for and responds to heatwaves, potentially leading to better public health initiatives or infrastructure investments.

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PROVISION 01

Requires a comprehensive economic study on the financial costs of extreme heat, quantifying losses in life and property.

This creates a definitive baseline understanding of the economic impact of heat, which is currently not fully understood.

PROVISION 02

The study must analyze a wide range of impacts, including health care costs, insurance claims, labor productivity losses, and damage to critical infrastructure, agriculture, and businesses.

This ensures the study covers the full spectrum of financial costs, providing a holistic view.

PROVISION 03

Mandates soliciting feedback from numerous Federal agencies and other partners to ensure a broad and informed analysis.

Diverse input from relevant experts will lead to a more accurate and robust study.

PROVISION 04

Requires the study to include recommendations for a national system to track heat-related healthcare costs, improve heat death reporting, and measure lost labor productivity.

This provision aims to develop ongoing tools and metrics for better future monitoring and response to extreme heat.

PROVISION 05

Authorizes $3,500,000 for the Under Secretary to conduct the study and requires findings to be published publicly within four years.

This provides the necessary funding and ensures the study's results are accessible to the public and policymakers.

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MAY 13

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 1743

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedMay 13, 2025

Last actionMay 13, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025

Senate BillS 1743Science, Technology, Communications

Extreme Heat Economic Study Act of 2025

INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 13, 2025

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Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires a comprehensive economic study on the financial costs of extreme heat, quantifying losses in life and property.

This creates a definitive baseline understanding of the economic impact of heat, which is currently not fully understood.

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The study must analyze a wide range of impacts, including health care costs, insurance claims, labor productivity losses, and damage to critical infrastructure, agriculture, and businesses.

This ensures the study covers the full spectrum of financial costs, providing a holistic view.

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Mandates soliciting feedback from numerous Federal agencies and other partners to ensure a broad and informed analysis.

Diverse input from relevant experts will lead to a more accurate and robust study.

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Requires the study to include recommendations for a national system to track heat-related healthcare costs, improve heat death reporting, and measure lost labor productivity.

This provision aims to develop ongoing tools and metrics for better future monitoring and response to extreme heat.

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Authorizes $3,500,000 for the Under Secretary to conduct the study and requires findings to be published publicly within four years.

This provides the necessary funding and ensures the study's results are accessible to the public and policymakers.

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Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act

Under Secretary must publish a report containing the study's findings on the HEAT.gov website and authorize its use for public consumption.

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
$3,500,000	To carry out this section (the economic impact study of extreme heat)	discretionary	Not explicitly stated, implied for the duration of the study

GLOSSARY

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Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere: A high-ranking official within the U.S. Department of Commerce, who also heads the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), overseeing areas like weather, climate, oceans, and fisheries.
Economic Impact Study: A detailed analysis that measures the financial costs and benefits of an event, policy, or phenomenon on a specific area or economy.
Mortality and Morbidity: "Mortality" refers to the number of deaths, while "morbidity" refers to the incidence of disease, illness, or medical conditions.
National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS): A system that provides information and resources to help communities and individuals prepare for and respond to extreme heat, involving various federal agencies.
Authorization of Appropriations: A legislative act that permits money to be spent for a specific program or purpose, but does not actually provide the money itself; the money must be separately "appropriated" later.
Critical Infrastructure: Essential systems and assets that are vital to the functioning of a country, such as transportation networks, power grids, water systems, and communication networks.

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