What does Preamble of Stay Cool Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To improve response to, and preparation for, heat waves and extreme heat, and for other purposes.' The bill aims to improve response to and preparation for heat waves and extreme heat.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stay Cool Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Stay Cool Act.

What does NATIONAL INTEGRATED HEAT HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEM. of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS). The Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is responsible for maintaining NIHHIS. NIHHIS will include representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Weather Service. The Administrator of NOAA can also appoint other Federal officials to the NIHHIS.

What does NATIONAL RANKING SYSTEM. of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes a national ranking system pilot program within the National Weather Service. The program will evaluate and communicate the severity and risk of extreme heat. The evaluation will be based on human health outcomes, specifically mortality and morbidity. The Director of the National Weather Service must submit a report to Congress within one year of the program's establishment. The report will include recommendations and an evaluation of the program's impact on public preparedness and response.

What does STUDY ON NAMING HEAT WAVES. of Stay Cool Act do?

This section requires the Director of the National Weather Service to conduct a study on the impact of naming heat waves on public preparedness and response. The study must be completed within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The Director must submit a report containing the study's results to Congress.

What does GRANTS FOR CHECKING ON SENIORS DURING EXTREME HEAT EVENTS. of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes a grant program to support efforts in checking on the health and well-being of seniors during extreme heat events. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with area agencies on aging, may award grants to eligible entities. Grant recipients must operate a registry of seniors who opt-in to being included. During extreme heat periods, grant recipients must check on the health and well-being of registered seniors by telephone or other approved means. Priority for grant awards will be given to entities that describe how they will reach vulnerable seniors, including those with low income, limited English proficiency, or who are racial minorities or members of a State-recognized Indian Tribe. Eligible entities include State, Territory, Tribal agencies, local governmental entities, Indian Tribes, and certain nonprofit organizations. The term 'senior' is defined by the Secretary for purposes of this section. A total of $10,000,000 is authorized for appropriation annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2035 to carry out this section.

What does STUDY FOR IMPROVED TRACKING OF DATA ON DEATHS RELATED TO HEAT of Stay Cool Act do?

This section directs the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct a study on the impact of extreme heat exposure on all-cause mortality. The study should include recommendations for revising the United States standard certificate of death to collect information on deaths related to heat or other environmental factors. The CDC must complete the study and submit a report to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

What does GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY RESILIENCE CENTERS. of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes a program for grants to eligible entities for establishing and assisting community resilience centers. Eligible entities include States, Indian Tribes, units of general local government, and nonprofit organizations. Grant funds can be used for activities such as facility acquisition/improvement, equipment purchase/repair, obtaining emergency supplies, operating costs, and educational materials. Applicants must include an outreach plan to inform the community about the center. Grant recipients will be selected through a competitive process based on criteria established by the Secretary. Preference will be given to entities upgrading or improving existing, accessible spaces. The section authorizes $50,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2035 to carry out the program.

What does GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY RESILIENCE AND COOLING CENTERS TO of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes a program within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide grants for community resilience and cooling centers. Eligible entities can receive grants to acquire new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (including backup power) or passive cooling solutions. Applications for grants must include a statement identifying the number of people to be served. The Secretary of HUD will select grant recipients through a competitive process based on established criteria, with preference given to those using funds for community resilience or cooling centers. Eligible entities include States, Indian Tribes, units of general local government, and nonprofit organizations. Passive cooling solutions include cool roofs, cool walls, tree planting and maintenance, and cool pavements. The program is authorized to receive $25,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2035.

What does GRANTS FOR OUTREACH AND PUBLICITY REGARDING COMMUNITY of Stay Cool Act do?

This section establishes a program within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide grants for outreach and publicity. Eligible recipients include States, units of general local government, and Indian Tribes. The grants are intended to inform the public about community resilience centers and cooling centers, including their location, function, and availability. Activities funded by the grants may include data collection on center locations and the development of communication tools like websites and applications. Grant recipients will be selected through a competitive process based on criteria established by the Secretary. The section authorizes $10,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2035 to carry out the program.

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Stay Cool Act

Last updated: 5/22/2026 · Introduced: 5/22/2026

Author: Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) to coordinate heat-related data and information across federal agencies.
It creates a national ranking system pilot program within the National Weather Service to evaluate and communicate the severity of extreme heat events based on human health outcomes.
The bill provides grants to support checking on the health and well-being of seniors during extreme heat events, prioritizing vulnerable populations.
It authorizes grants for establishing and improving community resilience and cooling centers, as well as providing cooling systems in public housing units.
The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to create a payroll credit for eligible employers who extend hours and waive admission fees at community centers, libraries, and museums during heat emergencies.

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