The "Green New Deal for Public Schools Act" aims to enhance public school infrastructure and climate resilience through grants and educational equity planning. The bill promotes environmentally-friendly retrofits, clean energy, and fair policy development. It also prioritizes culturally inclusive practices and funding for Bureau of Indian Education schools. Requirements for environmentally sustainable practices and regular updates on the Social Vulnerability Index are mandated. Moreover, it establishes grants for building healthy, zero-carbon schools, with a focus on safety and inclusivity, and mandates audits and assessments of funded projects. There are provisions for trauma-informed violence prevention strategies and equitable education plans, aiming to alleviate education inequities. Additionally, the bill establishes a Climate Change Resiliency Program, focusing on improving climate resilience in public schools through sustainable projects, especially in disadvantaged areas.
