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Proposal:A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 118th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Bill SRES 648
Type of Legislation Senate Resolution
Congress 118
Status Archived — 118th Congress concluded
Source View original on Congress.gov
Geographic Scope
National

Description

This resolution declares that incarcerated people have the right to (1) healthy and safe environments, and (2) advocate for protecting and improving their environmental health. 

This resolution also supports efforts to enact legislation that is guided by the principles of the Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People (as described in this resolution).

Bill Title

A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2024-04-18: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2887-2888)
  • 2024-04-18: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.

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