A new bill aims to establish the Green New Deal for Health Act, focusing on addressing health impacts of climate change. It creates an office, strategic plan, and advisory board to tackle climate-related health challenges, environmental justice, and health care access. The bill emphasizes environmental justice, climate-resilient medical facilities, community health workforce, mental wellness programs, and research on climate's health effects. It requires hospitals' advance notifications in case of discontinuation, prioritizes funding for environmental justice communities, and aims to ensure Medicare coverage for home resiliency services. The bill authorizes appropriations for its initiatives, aiming to support climate-resilient and equitable healthcare.
