Homeland Security Climate Change Coordination Act

# Homeland Security Climate Change Coordination Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a formal office or coordinator position dedicated to addressing climate change impacts on national security and homeland security operations. The legislation aims to ensure that DHS—which oversees agencies like FEMA, Customs and Border Protection, and the Coast Guard—systematically plans for and responds to climate-related threats, such as extreme weather events, sea-level rise affecting coastal security, and climate-driven migration. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect DHS and its various agencies, requiring them to develop climate adaptation strategies and coordinate across departments.

Indirectly, it could impact Americans who rely on homeland security services during disasters, communities vulnerable to climate impacts, and federal employees working in these agencies. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 3002) remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. This means it's still in the early legislative process and may not advance further unless it gains additional support and moves through committee approval.