Bill Overview
Title: National Climate Adaptation and Resilience Strategy Act
Description: This bill requires the President to identify or appoint a Chief Resilience Officer that must (1) direct a government-wide effort to build resilience to climate change vulnerabilities in the United States in collaboration with existing federal initiatives and interagency adaptation efforts, and (2) create working groups. The officer and the working groups must jointly submit to the President and Congress a strategy for the government to address such vulnerabilities in partnership with nonfederal partners, a plan to implement the strategy, and updates by specified deadlines.
Sponsors: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-52]
Target Audience
Population: People susceptible to climate change impacts
Estimated Size: 331000000
- Climate change impacts the entire global population, but the legislation focuses on resilience within the United States, directly addressing U.S. citizens.
- The bill's requirement for a Chief Resilience Officer and working groups aims to create strategies for federal and non-federal collaboration, indirectly affecting all U.S. residents by potentially enhancing community and national resilience.
- The impact extends globally, as U.S. strategies might serve as examples or inspire similar actions in other countries, affecting global climate resilience indirectly.
- U.S. citizens will be affected through both direct government actions outlined in the strategy and through partnership efforts with local communities and stakeholders, involving multiple sectors of society.
Reasoning
- The policy impacts all U.S. residents but particularly enhances resilience through strategic collaborations across sectors like agriculture, health, and infrastructure. Given the scope, it affects urban planners, farmers, residents in climate-vulnerable areas, and general population indirectly as resilience efforts elevate community infrastructure standards.
- The budget constraints imply phased implementations and prioritizations. High-risk areas might see the most immediate actions, while national strategies unfold gradually affecting broader population sectors over time. Impacts vary based on regional climate vulnerability and the economic composition of the community.
Simulated Interviews
Urban Planner (Miami, FL)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe this policy could bring much-needed federal support for our city's climate resilience projects.
- The collaboration called for in the policy could help streamline our efforts across agencies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 4 |
Farmer (Kansas, MO)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope the policy includes support for sustainable farming practices and drought-resistant crops.
- Long-term strategy could benefit our yields and profits.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Construction Manager (Detroit, MI)
Age: 52 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy might help align different stakeholders in updating our infrastructure to withstand climate changes.
- Federal guidance could bring consistency and direction to our projects.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 4 |
Nonprofit Worker (New Orleans, LA)
Age: 26 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies that encourage collaboration could significantly enhance our capacity to assist communities.
- I'm optimistic about more structured approaches to sponsoring community initiatives.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Retired (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am concerned about whether this policy will directly benefit people at a community level.
- Improvements in infrastructure can make a difference in heat-prone areas.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 3 |
Tech Industry Analyst (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Government-led resilience strategies might boost the climate tech sector.
- I'm excited about potential partnerships between public and private sectors.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
College Student (Miami, FL)
Age: 19 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm hopeful that this policy will lead to actionable changes and youth involvement.
- Real progress requires collaboration at all levels as suggested here.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 5 |
Healthcare Worker (Houston, TX)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's crucial for policies to address healthcare readiness in crisis situations.
- Collaboration could enhance emergency response capacities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Economist (New York, NY)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Economic implications of such comprehensive strategies need thorough analysis.
- Positive economic impacts would validate further investments.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Software Developer (Seattle, WA)
Age: 40 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy presents opportunities for tech innovations in environmental monitoring.
- Collaboration between federal initiatives and tech companies can lead to efficient solutions.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $150000000 (Low: $100000000, High: $200000000)
Year 2: $180000000 (Low: $120000000, High: $220000000)
Year 3: $180000000 (Low: $120000000, High: $220000000)
Year 5: $200000000 (Low: $150000000, High: $250000000)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The effectiveness of the Chief Resilience Officer and interagency efforts will be crucial in actualizing the intended benefits of this legislation.
- The policy requires continuous updates and assessments, which demands reliable and comprehensive climate and socioeconomic data.
- Partnerships with nonfederal entities are critical for diverse investment and engagement in resilience-building efforts.
- The budget flexibility for the implementation of strategies must be maintained to adapt to unforeseen challenges or opportunities.