Federal commission would study extreme heat and recommend responses

A federal commission would study extreme heat for five years. The study would cover heat risks worldwide, including effects on national security, health, and people's livelihoods. Congressional leaders and the President would appoint members. No more than 13 members could belong to the same political party. The study would begin within 30 days of the commission's first meeting.

The commission would develop short-term and long-term plans for preparing for extreme heat and reducing its harm. Recommendations would cover communities in the United States and worldwide, including changes to federal policies. The plans would offer recommendations; they would not themselves require agencies or communities to follow them.

The commission would publish its study and reports, and Congress would hold a hearing on its recommendations. The final report would assess how well the plans worked and recommend whether Congress should continue the commission. Reports would be due within one year of starting the study, within four years of submitting the first report, and within 10 years of starting the study.