Federal agencies would plan heat reductions at sites in polluted areas

Each covered agency would prepare a plan to reduce heat at its properties. Plans would cover federal properties and facilities the agency possesses or controls in areas designated as failing federal ozone air-quality standards. Plans would assess suitable options, such as trees, shade, and cooler roofs. Agencies would weigh local conditions, upkeep, expected results, and possible harmful effects. Agencies would develop these plans within six months after enactment.

Agencies would submit action plans to the General Services Administration and prioritize cost-effective projects when carrying them out. Action plans would identify proposed projects, schedules, responsible offices, estimated costs, and funding sources for covered sites. Project work would depend on available funding and other applicable laws. Agencies could skip a particular measure if it does not suit the site or would not be cost-effective over its expected life. Action plans would be due within 180 days after developing the heat reduction plan, with updates at least once every two years.

The General Services Administration would report to Congress on agencies' progress. Reports would track agency plans, covered sites, project progress, spending estimates, and barriers to completing the work. Reports would include estimated or measured results where practical. The first report would be due within one year after the action-plan submission deadline, followed by annual reports.