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BillHR 9021 · 119

Stay Cool Act

Introduced
May 22, 2026
Cosponsors
11
Traction
0
Last Action
May 22, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires actions to address heat-related illnesses, but the specific measures are not yet clear. The bill has been referred to multiple committees for consideration.

Sponsored By

Bonnie Watson Coleman
Democrat · New Jersey · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 22, 2026
  3. May 22, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill could affect individuals vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, such as the elderly, young children, and outdoor workers, by potentially leading to new measures that reduce their risk of heat stress. The exact impact depends on the provisions that will be considered by the committees.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Financial Services
IntroducedMay 22, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 22, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, 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.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.