In Congress, we are championing smart, bipartisan actions to combat extreme heat. Things like making sure low income Families can pay for their air conditioning in the summer by protecting the LIHEAP program. Unlocking emergency dollars for FEMA for local communities to better prepare for and respond to extreme heat. Directing FEMA to develop better guidance for communities during extreme temperatures. Building roads and bridges that can handle longer, hotter temperatures. Infrastructure resiliency and extreme heat go hand in hand. (06:20–06:28)
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Asserts that Congress is working to unlock emergency funds for FEMA to help communities with extreme heat.
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