What does Preamble of Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To establish youth advisory councils for the purpose of providing recommendations to the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Commerce with respect to environmental issues as those issues relate to youth communities, and for other purposes,' aims to establish youth advisory councils. These councils will provide recommendations to several federal departments, including the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Commerce. The recommendations will focus on environmental issues as they relate to youth communities.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026

What does DEFINITIONS. of Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Covered agency head” refers to the heads of specific agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of Agriculture, and the Secretary of Commerce. “Designated Federal officer” is defined as the designated Federal officer for a Youth Advisory Council appointed under section 3(b)(6). “Disadvantaged community” is defined as a community identified by the Justice40 Initiative or a successor initiative, and the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool of the Council on Environmental Quality (or a successor tool). “Environmental justice” is defined as the just treatment and meaningful involvement of all people in agency decisionmaking, ensuring protection from disproportionate impacts and equitable access to a healthy environment. “Youth Advisory Council” refers to a council established by a covered agency head pursuant to section 3(a).

What does YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCILS. of Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 do?

Each covered agency head shall establish a Youth Advisory Council The council provides recommendations on environmental issues affecting youth Council membership consists of 15-25 members with diverse backgrounds and expertise Members serve a 2-year term and may be reappointed The council meets at least annually and is open to public participation

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026 do?

This section authorizes appropriations totaling $250,000 annually for specified federal agencies. The Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Commerce are designated recipients. These appropriations are authorized for fiscal years 2027 through 2037. The funds are intended for the purpose of carrying out this Act.

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Youth Climate Leadership Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/20/2026 · Introduced: 4/20/2026

Author: Maxwell Frost (D-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes Youth Advisory Councils to provide recommendations to federal departments on environmental issues affecting youth communities.
Each council will have 15-25 members with diverse backgrounds and expertise, serving 2-year terms, and meeting at least annually with public participation.
The bill authorizes $250,000 in annual appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2037 to support the activities of the Youth Advisory Councils and the designated federal agencies.

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