,,ii #aagth ,,congress #ast ,session ,s4 #abja ,,in ,,the ,,senate ,,of ,,the ,,united ,,states ,april #ai1 #bjba,mr4 ,menendez 7for himself1 ,ms4 ,hirono1 ,mr4 ,cardin1 ,mrs4 ,shaheen1 ,mr4 ,merkley1 ,mr4 ,schatz1 ,mr4 ,murphy1 ,mr4 ,kaine1 ,mr4 ,markey1 ,mr4 ,booker1 and ,mr4 ,van ,hollen7 introduced the following bill2 which was read twice and referred to the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations ,a ,,bill ,to restore the ,united ,states international leadership on climate change and clean energy1 and for other purposes4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents 7a7 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,united ,states ,climate ,leadership in ,international ,mitigation1 ,adaptation1 and ,technology ,enhancement ,act of #bjba4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for this ,act is as follows3 ,sec4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents4,sec4 #b4 ,findings2 sense of ,congress4,sec4 #c4 ,purpose4,sec4 #d4 ,definitions4,,title ,i--,climate and ,national ,security,sec4 #aja4 ,climate diplomacy4,sec4 #ajb4 ,enhancing ,united ,states security considerations for global climate disruptions4,sec4 #ajc4 ,arctic diplomacy4,,title ,,ii--,international ,agreements and ,conventions,sec4 #bja4 ,sense of ,congress in support of the ,united ,states returning to the ,paris ,agreement4,sec4 #bjb4 ,enhanced ,united ,states commitment to the ,paris ,agreement4,sec4 #bjc4 ,sense of ,congress regarding ratification of the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,montreal ,protocol4,sec4 #bjd4 ,compliance with the carbon offset and reduction scheme for international aviation4,sec4 #bje4 ,short-lived climate pollutants4,sec4 #bjf4 ,international cooperation regarding clean transportation and sustainable land use and community development4,sec4 #bjg4 ,sense of ,congress on ,united ,states reengagement with the ,group of ,seven and the ,group of ,twenty on climate action4,,title ,,iii--,climate change development finance and support,sec4 #cja4 ,international ,climate ,change ,adaptation1 ,mitigation1 and ,security ,program4,sec4 #cjb4 ,united ,states contributions to the ,green ,climate ,fund4,sec4 #cjc4 ,sense of ,congress on ,united ,states engagements at the ,world ,economic ,forum4,sec4 #cjd4 ,clean energy and the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation4,sec4 #cje4 ,consistency in ,united ,states policy on development finance and climate change4,,title ,,iv--,clean energy diplomacy and international development,sec4 #dja4 ,energy diplomacy and security within the ,department of ,state4,sec4 #djb4 ,department of ,state primacy for energy diplomacy4,sec4 #djc4 ,reports on ,united ,states participation in ,mission ,innovation and the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial4,sec4 #djd4 ,reduced deforestation4,,title ,v--,bilateral and ,regional ,multilateral ,climate ,diplomacy and ,cooperation,sec4 #eja4 ,north ,american ,strategy4,sec4 #ejb4 ,accountability and cooperation with ,china4,sec4 #ejc4 ,united ,states and ,european ,union cooperation on climate finance for developing countries4,sec4 #ejd4 ,sense of ,congress on clean energy cooperation with ,india4,sec4 #eje4 ,power ,africa4,sec4 #ejf4 ,caribbean ,energy ,initiative4,sec4 #ejg4 ,sense of ,congress on conservation of the ,amazon ,river basin4,sec4 #ejh4 ,sense of ,congress regarding renewable energy in ,indonesia4,,title ,,vi--,women and ,climate ,change ,act,sec4 #fja4 ,short title4,sec4 #fjb4 ,findings4,sec4 #fjc4 ,definitions4,sec4 #fjd4 ,statement of policy4,sec4 #fje4 ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change4,sec4 #fjf4 ,development and implementation of strategy and policies to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women globally4,sec4 #fjg4 ,climate change within the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues4 #b4 ,findings2 sense of ,congress 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,the ,special ,report3 ,global ,warming of #a4e;,c1 published by the ,intergovernmental ,panel on ,climate ,change on ,october #h1 #bjah1 and the ,fourth ,national ,climate ,assessment1 first published by the ,united ,states ,global ,change ,research ,program in #bjah1 concluded that-- 7,a7 the release of greenhouse gas emissions1 most notably the combustion of fossil fuels and the degradation of natural resources that absorb atmospheric carbon from human activity1 are the dominant causes of climate change during the past century2 and 7,b7 changes in the ,earth's climate are-- 7i7 causing sea levels to rise2 7ii7 increasing the global average temperature of the ,earth2 7iii7 increasing the incidence and severity of wildfires2 and 7iv7 intensifying the severity of extreme weather1 including hurricanes1 cyclones1 typhoons1 flooding1 droughts1 and other disasters that threaten human life1 healthy communities1 and critical infrastructure4 7#b7 ,an increase in the global average temperature of #b degrees ,celsius compared to pre-industrialized levels would cause-- 7,a7 7i7 the displacement1 and the forced internal migration1 of an estimated #adc1jjj1jjj people in ,latin ,america1 ,south ,asia1 and ,sub-,saharan ,africa by #bjej if insufficient action is taken 7according to the ,world ,bank72 and 7ii7 the displacement of an average of #ag1hjj1jjj people worldwide by floods every year 7according to the ,internal ,displacement ,monitoring ,centre7 because of the exacerbating effects of climate change2 7,b7 7i7 more than #ejj1jjj1jjj1jjj in lost annual economic output in the ,united ,states 7a #aj percent contraction from #bjah levels7 by #bajj 7according to the ,fourth ,national ,climate ,assessment72 and 7ii7 an additional #ajj1jjj1jjj people worldwide to be driven into poverty by #bjcj 7according to the ,world ,bank72 7,c7 7i7 greater food insecurity and decreased agricultural production due to climate change's effects on the increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events2 and 7ii7 the proliferation of agricultural pests and crop diseases1 loss of biodiversity1 degrading ecosystems1 and water scarcity 7according to the ,united ,nations ,food and ,agriculture ,organization72 and 7,d7 more than #cej1jjj1jjj additional people worldwide to be exposed to deadly heat stress by #bjej4 7#c7 ,according to the ,international ,monetary ,fund1 a persistent annual increase in average global temperature of 4#jd degrees ,celsius would reduce global real gross domestic product per capita by #g4bb percent by #bajj4 7#d7 ,according to the ,united ,nations ,environment ,programme1 climate change is exacerbating unusual regional weather conditions1 which is driving the current and prolonged desert locust outbreak that is threatening food security across ,east ,africa and ,southeast ,asia4 7#e7 ,according to the ,intergovernmental ,science-,policy ,platform on ,biodiversity and ,ecosystem ,services-- 7,a7 an increase in the global average temperature of between #a4e and #b degrees ,celsius will result in a significant reduction in the worldwide number of land species2 7,b7 an increase in the global average temperature of #b degrees ,celsius-- 7i7 will place #e percent of world's species at risk of extinction2 and 7ii7 will result in the destruction of more than #ii percent of all coral reefs worldwide2 and 7,c7 an increase in the global average temperature of #d4c degrees ,celsius will place #af percent of world's terrestrial species at risk of extinction4 7#f7 ,according to the ,international ,energy ,agency1 the ,united ,states1 ,china1 ,india1 and the ,european ,union 7including the ,united ,kingdom7 account for more than #eh percent of global greenhouse gas emissions4 7#g7 ,china1 which is the world's top greenhouse gases emitter and has an outsized impact on the ,united ,states core interest in climate stability-- 7,a7 is likely to achieve its carbon emissions mitigation pledge to the ,paris ,agreement1 contained in its #bjae nationally determined contribution1 to peak emissions around #bjcj ahead of schedule2 7,b7 announced1 on ,september #bb1 #bjbj1 a pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by #bjfj2 and 7,c7 has yet to announce an updated nationally determined contribution4 7#h7 ,on ,october #bf1 #bjbj1 ,japan1 the world's third largest economy and fifth greatest carbon emitter1 announced a pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by #bjej4 ,despite apprehension about growing nuclear energy sources1 ,japan aims to increase its share of renewable and nuclear energy following new targets unveiled next year4 7#i7 ,india has met its growing energy demands by becoming a global leader in renewable energy generation4 ,despite significant investments in renewable energy1 and the implementation of strong national greenhouse gas mitigation policies1 ,india continues to operate some of the world's dirtiest fossil fuel power plants and has high emissions generated from its transportation sector4 ,india is a critical market for foreign investment and will be a major competitor in international clean energy development futures4 7#aj7 ,india's leadership within the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial1 the ,mission ,innovation initiative1 and the ,international ,solar ,alliance has put ,india at the forefront of renewable energy development and helped ,india achieve a top #e global rank among clean energy producers4 ,installed electricity capacity from renewables in ,india grew by #add percent between #bjad and #bjbj4 ,approximately #db1jjj1jjj1jjj was invested into ,india's renewable energy sector between #bjad and #bjai4 7#aa7 ,the ,european ,union demonstrated its strong commitment to climate action by making the ambitious pledge to reduce the collective greenhouse gas emissions of its #bg member nations by at least #ee percent by #bjcj 7compared to #aiij levels7 and to achieve carbon neutrality by #bjej4 ,the ,european ,parliament went even further1 voting to reduce its collective economy wide greenhouse gas emissions by #fj percent by #bjcj 7compared to #aiij levels74 ,these commitments represent substantial improvements from the previous goal of a #dj percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by #bjcj4 7#ab7 ,the ,european ,union's member nations have also provided the equivalent of approximately #abj1jjj1jjj1jjj between #bjad and #bjbj in support and financing to build climate change resilience and develop low carbon energy capacity throughout the developing world4 7#ac7 ,the ,european ,union has traditionally been a steadfast partner with ,united ,states in the ,united ,nation's ,framework ,convention on ,climate ,change by pushing for improved accountability1 transparency1 and shared responsibility among parties in mitigating global greenhouse gas emissions4 ,as the ,united ,states ,government's executive branch has pulled away from climate action commitments1 the ,european ,union has increased its cooperation with coalitions of ,states through partnerships such as the ,united ,states ,climate ,alliance4 7#ad7 ,among the world's top greenhouse gas emitters1 the ,united ,states is the only country that-- 7,a7 has rescinded national policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions2 7,b7 has advanced policies aimed at bolstering fossil fuel consumption and extraction1 including through the removal of ,federal protections of public lands that are critical wilderness areas vital to maintaining healthy natural ecosystems2 and 7,c7 has abstained or withdrawn itself from several global cooperative efforts acknowledging and addressing the climate crisis4 7#ae7 ,united ,states leadership during deliberations over the ,paris ,agreement-- 7,a7 was exemplified by-- 7i7 its commitment to reduce national emissions by #bf to #bh percent below #bjje levels2 7ii7 its leadership in the ,umbrella ,group and its role as cofounder of the ,high ,ambition ,coalition2 7iii7 its co-facilitation of the ,,unfccc2 7iv7 its work with the ,ad ,hoc ,working ,group on the ,paris ,agreement on agenda item #e3 ,modalities1 procedures and guidelines for the transparency framework for action2 7v7 its support for the enhanced transparency framework for action and support referred to in ,article #ac of the ,paris ,agreement2 7vi7 its pledge of #c1jjj1jjj1jjj to the ,green ,climate ,fund 7of which the ,united ,states still owed #b1jjj1jjj1jjj7 in support of developing countries' efforts to adapt to climate change and to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions2 and 7vii7 the development of critical bilateral climate action cooperation initiatives with ,china and ,india2 and 7,b7 established the ,united ,states as essential to uniting the world in climate action cooperation4 7#af7 ,the ,united ,states reversal on nearly all climate action policies since #bjag1 including repealing the ,clean ,power ,plan 7announced by ,president ,obama in ,august #bjae71 canceling contributions to the ,united ,nation's ,green ,climate ,fund1 abstaining from all ,g#g and ,g#bj climate action communiques1 and withdrawing the ,united ,states from the ,paris ,agreement-- 7,a7 undermines the viability of the ,paris ,agreement2 7,b7 harms ,american diplomacy2 7,c7 disadvantages the ability of the ,united ,states private sector to compete in a clean energy global economy1 for which the ,international ,finance ,corporation estimates that investments spurred by the ,paris ,agreement will creates up to #bc1jjj1jjj1jjj1jjj in new investment opportunities2 7,d7 erodes the ,united ,states leadership1 standing1 and trust within the international community2 and 7,e7 concedes leadership and economic opportunity to foreign governments keen on taking advantage of the ,united ,states absence from international climate action initiatives4 7#ag7 ,the ,paris ,agreement's central aim is-- 7,a7 to strengthen the global response to the threat of climate change by maintaining the global temperature rise well below #b degrees ,celsius above pre-industrial levels2 and 7,b7 to pursue efforts to further limit the temperature increase to #a4e degrees ,celsius4 7#ah7 ,the ,paris ,agreement-- 7,a7 specifies the need for a strong global response to climate change2 7,b7 acknowledges that all parties should1 when taking action to address climate change1 respect1 promote and consider their respective obligations on human rights1 the right to health1 the rights of indigenous peoples1 local communities1 migrants1 children1 persons with disabilities and people in vulnerable situations and the right to development1 as well as gender equality1 empowerment of women and intergenerational equity2 7,c7 notes the importance of climate justice when mitigating and adapting to climate change2 7,d7 recognizes the need for an effective and progressive response to the urgent threat of climate change2 7,e7 requires all parties to put forward their best efforts through nationally determined contributions and to strengthen these efforts in the future2 7,f7 requires each party to update its nationally determined contribution every #e years1 with each successive nationally determined contribution representing a progression beyond the previous nationally determined contribution1 and reflecting the party's highest possible ambition2 7,g7 recognizes that marine ecosystems covering more than #gj percent of the ,earth's surface have an integral role in climate balance2 and 7,h7 was developed under the ,,unfccc1 an international environmental treaty which the ,united ,states ratified1 with the advice and consent of the ,senate on ,october #ae1 #aiib4 7#ai7 ,seventy percent of the ,paris ,agreement signatories' nationally determined contributions in support of the goals of the ,paris ,agreement are ocean-inclusive1 and #ci ,paris ,agreement signatories are focused on the inclusion of ocean action in nationally determined contributions through the ,because the ,ocean initiative4 7#bj7 ,the ,united ,states communicated its nationally determined contribution-- 7,a7 to achieve1 by #bjbe1 an economy-wide target of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by #bf to #bh percent below its #bjje level2 and 7,b7 to make best efforts to reduce its emissions by #bh percent4 7#ba7 ,a thriving clean energy industry in the ,united ,states1 which employs more than #ejj1jjj ,americans1 is essential in achieving these targets4 7#bb7 ,a number of existing laws and regulations in the ,united ,states also are relevant to achieving this target1 including-- 7,a7 the ,clean ,air ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #gdja et seq472 7,b7 the ,energy ,policy ,act of #aiib 7,public ,law #ajb-dhf72 and 7,c7 the ,energy ,independence and ,security ,act of #bjjg 7,public ,law #aaj-adj74 7#bc7 ,on ,november #d1 #bjbj1 the ,united ,states withdrawal from the ,paris ,agreement became effective1 which at the time resulted in the ,united ,states being the only state party 7out of #aig parties7 to the ,,unfccc that is not a party to the ,paris ,agreement4 7#bd7 ,on ,january #bj1 #bjba1 ,president ,biden initiated the process for reentering the ,united ,states into the ,paris ,agreement4 ,on ,february #ai1 #bjba1 the ,united ,states officially rejoined the ,paris ,agreement4 7#be7 ,article #h of the ,paris ,agreement states1 ,parties recognize the importance of averting1 minimizing and addressing loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change1 including extreme weather events and slow onset events1 and the role of sustainable development in reducing the risk of loss and damage44 ,such adverse effects include strong winds from hurricanes and tropical storms1 and flooding from storm surges and heavy rain1 that inflict losses on various sectors of the ,united ,states economy4 7#bf7 ,the ,paris ,agreement requires that parties should strengthen their cooperation on enhancing action on adaptation1 taking into account the ,cancun ,adaptation ,framework1 which includes measures to enhance understanding1 coordination and cooperation with regard to climate change induced displacement1 migration and planned relocation1 where appropriate1 at the national1 regional and international levels4 7#bg7 ,the ,paris ,agreement is an example of the multilateral1 international cooperation needed to overcome climate change-related challenges facing the global community1 such as reducing emissions1 promoting economic growth1 and deploying clean energy technologies4 7#bh7 ,the ,paris ,agreement recognizes the fundamental priority of safeguarding food security and ending hunger1 and the particular vulnerabilities of food production systems to the adverse impacts of climate change44 7#bi7 ,the ,paris ,agreement recognizes that-- 7,a7 adaptation is a global challenge facing all countries1 with local1 subnational1 national1 regional1 and international dimensions2 and 7,b7 adapting to the effects of climate change is a key component of the long-term global response to climate change to protect people1 livelihoods1 and ecosystems4 7#cj7 ,american leadership during the ,paris ,agreement negotiations encouraged widespread international participation in the ,paris ,agreement4 7#ca7 ,american ,states1 cities1 and businesses are stepping up and pledging to meet the ,paris ,agreement goals in the wake of absent and uncertain leadership by the ,president4 7#cb7 ,the ,paris ,agreement-- 7,a7 has driven innovation in developing cleaner1 more reliable1 and more affordable forms of energy2 7,b7 has demonstrated that addressing climate change and providing affordable energy to ,american consumers are not mutually exclusive2 and 7,c7 has encouraged the ,united ,states to develop the ,mid-,century ,strategy for ,deep ,decarbonization1 which-- 7i7 was released on ,november #af1 #bjaf2 and 7ii7 states1 ,energy efficiency improvements enable the energy system to provide the services we need with fewer resources and emissions4 ,over the past several years1 the ,united ,states has demonstrated that programs and standards to improve the energy efficiency of buildings1 appliances and vehicles can cost-effectively cut carbon pollution and lower energy bills1 while maintaining significant support from ,u4,s4 industry and consumers44 7#cc7 ,global temperatures must be kept below #a4e degrees ,celsius above pre-industrialized levels to avoid the most severe impacts of a changing climate1 which will require-- 7,a7 global reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from human sources of #dj to #fj percent from #bjaj levels by #bjcj2 and 7,b7 net-zero global emissions by #bjej4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 when the ,united ,states proffers a strong commitment and focused leadership on climate action1 the rest of the world will likely follow its example2 7#b7 when the ,united ,states abdicates leadership on such matters1 other countries are likely to waiver on their commitments to action and retract to insular posturing on matters that require cooperation2 and 7#c7 in order to avert the worst impacts of climate change1 which is in the core national interest of the ,united ,states1 the ,united ,states should-- 7,a7 prioritize climate change in its foreign policy1 and ensure that climate change is taken into account in all foreign policy decision making2 7,b7 set the standard for ambition on climate action2 7,c7 use its diplomatic leverage to create incentives for other countries to take strong action on climate change2 7,d7 broker1 with other world powers1 bilateral commitments on emissions reductions and climate finance and support for developing countries1 which are critical for-- 7i7 building trust and consensus around global cooperation on climate action2 and 7ii7 sending important investment signals to private finance and private industry on investment and development trends2 7,e7 be transparent in how the ,united ,states is delivering on its commitments2 7,f7 ensure it is adopting and implementing consistent policies and practices with respect to climate change across bilateral and multilateral development finance institutions2 7,g7 hold other world powers accountable for making and meeting strong commitments2 7,h7 call for reciprocal standards of transparency2 and 7,i7 support developing countries1 in an inclusive manner-- 7i7 to expand deployment and access to clean energy2 7ii7 to plan and invest in climate change adaptation solutions2 7iii7 to improve climate change resilience capacities2 and 7iv7 to promote-- 7,i7 sustainable agriculture practices2 7,,ii7 food security2 and 7,,iii7 natural resource conservation4 #c4 ,purpose ,the purpose of this ,act is to provide authorities1 resources1 policies1 and recommended administrative actions-- 7#a7 to restore ,united ,states global leadership on addressing the climate crisis and make ,united ,states climate action and climate diplomacy a more central tenet of ,united ,states foreign policy2 7#b7 to improve the ,united ,states commitment to taking more ambitious action to help mitigate global greenhouse gas emission and improve developing countries' resilience and adaptation capacities to the effects of climate change2 7#c7 to reclaim1 accept1 and fully engage diplomacy within a variety of current and outstanding multilateral institutions that the ,united ,states has withdrawn1 withheld support1 or diminished meaningful engagement from in recent years2 7#d7 to encourage the pursuit of new bilateral cooperation agreements with other world powers on initiatives to advance global clean energy innovation and deployment and other measures to mitigate global greenhouse gas emissions and improve climate change adaptation capacities2 7#e7 to ensure that the ,united ,states national security apparatus integrates critically important data on the compounding effects that climate change is having on global security risks by enhancing our understanding of how1 where1 and when such effects are destabilizing countries and regions in ways that may motivate conflict1 displacement1 and other drivers of insecurity2 and 7#f7 to authorize funding and programs to support a reaffirmation of the ,united ,states commitments to international cooperation and support for developing and vulnerable countries to take climate action4 #d4 ,definitions ,in this ,act3 7#a7 ,appropriate congressional committees ,the term appropriate congressional committees means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations of the ,senate2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,senate2 7,c7 the ,committee on ,foreign ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7,d7 the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#b7 ,clean energy ,the term clean energy means-- 7,a7 renewable energy and energy from systems2 7,b7 energy production processes that emit zero greenhouse gas emissions1 including nuclear power2 7,c7 systems and processes that capture and permanently store greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel production and electricity generation units2 7,d7 products1 processes1 facilities1 or systems designed to retrofit and improve the energy efficiency and electricity generated from electrical generation units1 while using less fuel1 less or fewer power production resources1 or less feedstocks2 and 7,e7 zero emission vehicles4 7#c7 ,climate action ,the term climate action means enhanced efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-induced impacts1 including-- 7,a7 climate-related hazards in all countries2 7,b7 integrating climate change measures into national policies1 strategies and planning2 and 7,c7 improving education1 awareness-raising1 and human and institutional capacity with respect to climate change mitigation1 adaptation1 impact reduction1 and early warning4 7#d7 ,climate crisis ,the term climate crisis means the social1 economic1 health1 safety1 and security impacts on people1 and the threats to biodiversity and natural ecosystem health1 which are attributable to the wide-variety of effects on global environmental and atmospheric conditions as a result of disruptions to the ,earth's climate from anthropogenic activities that generate greenhouse gas emissions or reduce natural resource capacities to absorb and regulate atmospheric carbon4 7#e7 ,climate diplomacy ,the term climate diplomacy means methods of influencing the decisions and behavior of foreign governments and peoples through dialogue1 negotiation1 cooperation and other measures short of war or violence around issues related to addressing global climate change1 including-- 7,a7 the mitigation of global greenhouse gas emissions2 7,b7 discussion1 analysis1 and sharing of scientific data and information on the cause and effects of climate change2 7,c7 the security1 social1 economic1 and political instability risks associated with the effects of climate change2 7,d7 economic cooperation efforts and trade matters that are related to or associated with climate change and greenhouse gas mitigation from the global economy2 7,e7 building resilience capacities and adapting to the effects of change2 7,f7 sustainable land use and natural resource conservation2 7,g7 accounting for loss and damage attributed to the effects of climate change2 7,h7 just transition of carbon intense economies to low or zero carbon economies and accounting for laborers within affected economies2 and 7,i7 technological innovations that reduce or eliminate carbon emissions4 7#f7 ,climate security ,the term climate security means the effects of climate change on-- 7,a7 ,united ,states national security concerns and subnational1 national1 and regional political stability2 and 7,b7 overseas security and conflict situations that are potentially exacerbated by dynamic environmental factors and events1 including-- 7i7 the intensification and frequency of droughts1 floods1 wildfires1 tropical storms1 and other extreme weather events2 7ii7 changes in historical severe weather1 drought1 and wildfire patterns2 7iii7 the expansion of geographical ranges of droughts1 floods1 and wildfires into regions that had not regularly experienced such phenomena2 7iv7 global sea level rise patterns and the expansion of geographical ranges affected by drought2 and 7v7 changes in marine environments that effect critical geostrategic waterways1 such as the ,arctic ,ocean1 the ,south ,china ,sea1 the ,south ,pacific ,ocean1 the ,barents ,sea1 and the ,beaufort ,sea4 7#g7 ,nationally determined contribution ,the term nationally determined contribution means a country's pledged efforts to reduce national greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the effects of climate change1 which may include a financial pledge of support or financing to assist developing countries achieve their climate action goals1 in accordance with paragraph #b of ,article #d of the ,paris ,agreement1 which requires each ,party-- 7,a7 to prepare1 communicate and maintain successive nationally determined contributions that it intends to achieve2 and 7,b7 to pursue domestic mitigation measures1 with the aim of achieving the objectives of such contributions4 7#h7 ,natural climate solutions ,the term natural climate solutions mean actions to protect1 sustainably manage1 and restore natural or modified ecosystems that-- 7,a7 address climate change effectively and adaptively2 and 7,b7 simultaneously provide human well-being and environmental benefits4 7#i7 ,natural resources ,the term natural resources means the terrestrial1 freshwater1 estuarine1 and marine fish1 wildlife1 plants1 land1 air1 water1 habitats1 and ecosystems4 7#aj7 ,net zero greenhouse gas emissions ,the term net zero greenhouse gas emissions means that any anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions are balanced or offset by deliberate activities that absorb or capture and permanently store equivalent amounts of greenhouse gases from the atmosphere4 7#aa7 ,paris agreement ,the term ,paris ,agreement means the international agreement adopted by parties to the ,united ,nations ,framework ,convention on ,climate ,change's #bast ,conference of ,parties in ,paris1 ,france on ,december #ab1 #bjae4 7#ab7 ,renewable energy ,the term renewable energy means all forms of energy produced from sources that naturally occur or are replenished in nature in a sustainable manner1 including bioenergy1 geothermal energy1 hydropower1 ocean energy1 solar energy1 and wind energy4 7#ac7 ,resilience ,the term resilience means the ability of human made and natural systems 7including their component parts7 to anticipate1 absorb1 cope1 accommodate1 or recover from the effects of a hazardous event in a timely and efficient manner1 including through ensuring the preservation1 restoration1 or improvement of its essential basic structures and functions4 7#ad7 ,,unfccc ,the term ,,unfccc means the ,united ,nations ,framework ,convention on ,climate ,change1 done at ,new ,york ,may #i1 #aiib1 and entered into force ,march #ba1 #aiid4 7#ae7 ,united ,states-,mexico-,canada ,agreement2 ,,usmca ,the terms ,united ,states-,mexico-,canada ,agreement and ,,usmca mean the ,agreement between the ,united ,states of ,america1 the ,united ,mexican ,states1 and ,canada1 done at ,buenos ,aires ,november #cj1 #bjah4 ,i ,climate and ,national ,security #aja4 ,climate diplomacy 7a7 ,in general ,the ,president and the ,secretary of ,state shall prioritize climate action and climate diplomacy in ,united ,states foreign policy by-- 7#a7 ensuring diplomacy1 support1 and interagency coordination for bilateral and multilateral actions to address the climate crisis2 and 7#b7 improving coordination and integration of climate action across all bureaus and ,united ,states missions abroad4 7b7 ,climate action integration ,the ,secretary of ,state1 through the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,economic ,growth1 ,energy1 and the ,environment and any other designees1 shall-- 7#a7 prioritize climate action and clean energy within the bureaus and offices under the leadership of the ,under ,secretary for ,economic ,growth1 ,energy1 and the ,environment2 7#b7 ensure that such bureaus and offices are coordinating with other bureaus of the ,department of ,state regarding the integration of climate action and climate diplomacy as a cross-cutting imperative across the ,department of ,state2 7#c7 encourage all ,under ,secretaries of ,state-- 7,a7 to assess how issues related to climate change and ,united ,states climate action are integrated into their operations and programs2 7,b7 to coordinate crosscutting actions and diplomatic efforts that relate to climate action2 and 7,c7 to make available the technical assistance and resources of the bureaus and offices with relevant expertise to provide technical assistance and expert support to other bureaus within the ,department of ,state regarding climate action1 clean energy development1 and climate diplomacy2 7#d7 manage the integration of scientific data on the current and anticipated effects of climate change into applied strategies and diplomatic engagements across programmatic and regional bureaus of the ,department of ,state and into the ,department of ,state's decision-making processes2 7#e7 ensure that the relevant bureaus and offices provide appropriate technical support and resources-- 7,a7 to the ,president1 the ,secretary of ,state1 and their respective designees charged with addressing climate change and associated issues2 7,b7 to ,united ,states diplomats advancing ,united ,states foreign policy related to climate action2 and 7,c7 for the appropriate engagement and integration of relevant domestic agencies in international climate change affairs1 including ,united ,states participation in multilateral fora2 and 7#f7 carry out other activities1 as directed by the ,secretary of ,state1 that advance ,united ,states climate-related foreign policy objectives1 including global greenhouse gas mitigation1 climate change adaptation activities1 and global climate security4 7c7 ,responsibilities of the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,political ,affairs ,the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,political ,affairs shall ensure that all foreign missions are-- 7#a7 advancing ,united ,states bilateral climate diplomacy2 7#b7 engaging strategically on opportunities for bilateral climate action cooperation with foreign governments2 and 7#c7 utilizing the technical resources and coordinating adequately with the bureaus reporting to the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,economic ,growth1 ,energy and the ,environment4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #bjj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,economic ,growth1 ,energy1 and the ,environment1 in cooperation with the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,political ,affairs1 shall submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees that-- 7#a7 assesses how climate action and ,united ,states climate diplomacy is integrated across the ,bureaus of the ,department of ,state2 and 7#b7 includes recommendations on strategies to improve cross bureau coordination and understanding of ,united ,states climate action and climate diplomacy4 7e7 ,effect of elimination of positions ,if the positions of ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,economic ,growth1 ,energy1 and the ,environment and the ,under ,secretary of ,state for ,political ,affairs are eliminated or undergo name changes1 the responsibilities of such ,under ,secretaries under this section shall be reassigned to other ,under ,secretaries of ,state1 as appropriate4 7f7 ,climate change experts in key embassies ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,state shall submit a report to the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,foreign ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives that-- 7#a7 identifies the number of personnel of the ,department of ,state and the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development who-- 7,a7 dedicate a significant portion of their work to climate change mitigation1 climate change adaptation1 food security1 or clean energy matters2 and 7,b7 are stationed at ,united ,states missions in countries that are highly vulnerable to the effects or major greenhouse gas emitters2 7#b7 analyzes the need for ,federal climate change policy specialist personnel in ,united ,states embassies1 ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development missions1 and other ,united ,states diplomatic and international development missions2 and 7#c7 includes-- 7,a7 recommendations for increasing climate change expertise within ,united ,states missions abroad among foreign service officers2 and 7,b7 options for assigning to such missions climate change attachs from the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,department of ,energy1 the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 the ,department of ,agriculture1 the ,department of the ,interior1 or other relevant ,federal agencies4 7g7 ,climate change advisors ,the ,secretary of ,state1 or the ,secretary's designee1 shall have primary responsibility for the management and execution of ,united ,states climate diplomacy and related foreign policy and shall make appropriate arrangements with the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,secretary of ,energy1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 and other relevant ,federal agencies and departments to assign personnel from such agencies and departments to serve as dedicated advisors on climate change matters in embassies of the ,united ,states or in other ,united ,states diplomatic or international development missions4 7h7 ,climate change support and financing ,the ,secretary of ,state shall facilitate the coordination among the ,department of ,state and other relevant departments and agencies1 including the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 the ,department of the ,treasury1 the ,united ,states ,trade and ,development ,agency1 and the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation1 of contributing development finance or foreign assistance relevant to ,united ,states international climate action and in support of ,united ,states climate diplomacy4 7i7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section4 #ajb4 ,enhancing ,united ,states security considerations for global climate disruptions 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,state1 in consultation with other relevant agencies1 shall conduct biennial comprehensive evaluations of present and ongoing disruptions to the global climate system1 including-- 7#a7 the intensity1 frequency1 and range of natural disasters2 7#b7 the scarcity of global natural resources1 including fresh water2 7#c7 global food1 health1 and energy insecurities2 7#d7 conditions that contribute to-- 7,a7 intrastate and interstate conflicts2 7,b7 foreign political and economic instability2 7,c7 international migration of vulnerable and underserved populations2 7,d7 the failure of national governments2 and 7,e7 gender-based violence2 and 7#e7 ,united ,states and allied military readiness1 operations1 and strategy4 7b7 ,purposes ,the purposes of the evaluations conducted under subsection 7a7 are-- 7#a7 to support the practical application of scientific data and research on climate change's dynamic effects around the world to improve resilience1 adaptability1 security1 and stability despite growing global environmental risks and changes2 7#b7 to ensure that the strategic planning and mission execution of ,united ,states international development and diplomatic missions adequately account for heightened and dynamic risks and challenges associated with the effects of climate change2 7#c7 to improve coordination between ,united ,states science agencies conducting research and forecasts on the causes and effects of climate change and ,united ,states national security agencies2 7#d7 to better understand the disproportionate effects of global climate disruptions on women1 girls1 indigenous communities1 and other historically marginalized populations2 and 7#e7 to inform the development of the climate security strategy described in subsection 7d74 7c7 ,scope ,the evaluations conducted under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 examine developing countries' vulnerabilities and risks associated with global1 regional1 and localized effects of climate change2 and 7#b7 assess and make recommendations on necessary measures to mitigate risks and reduce vulnerabilities associated with effects1 including-- 7,a7 sea level rise2 7,b7 freshwater resource scarcity2 7,c7 wildfires2 and 7,d7 increased intensity and frequency of extreme weather conditions and events1 such as flooding1 drought1 and extreme storm events1 including tropical cyclones4 7d7 ,climate security strategy ,the ,secretary shall use the evaluations required under subsection 7a7-- 7#a7 to inform the development and implementation of a climate security strategy for the ,bureau of ,conflict and ,stabilization ,operations1 the ,bureau of ,political-,military ,affairs1 embassies1 consulates1 regional bureaus1 and other offices and programs operating chief of mission authority1 including those with roles in conflict avoidance1 prevention and security assistance1 or humanitarian disaster response1 prevention1 and assistance2 and 7#b7 in furtherance of such strategy1 to assess1 develop1 budget for1 and 7upon approval7 implement plans1 policies1 and actions-- 7,a7 to account for the impacts of climate change to global human health1 safety1 governance1 oceans1 food production1 fresh water and other critical natural resources1 settlements1 infrastructure1 marginalized groups1 and economic activity2 7,b7 to evaluate the climate change vulnerability1 security1 susceptibility1 and resiliency of ,united ,states interests and non-defense assets abroad2 7,c7 to coordinate the integration of climate change risk and vulnerability assessments into all foreign policy and security decision-making processes1 including awarding foreign assistance2 7,d7 to evaluate specific risks to certain regions and countries that are-- 7i7 vulnerable to the effects of climate change2 and 7ii7 strategically significant to the ,united ,states2 7,e7 to enhance the resilience capacities of foreign countries to the effects of climate change as a means of reducing the risks of conflict and instability2 7,f7 to advance principles of good governance by encouraging foreign governments1 particularly nations that are least capable of coping with the effects of climate change-- 7i7 to conduct climate security evaluations2 and 7ii7 to facilitate the development of climate security action plans to ensure stability and public safety in disaster situations in a humane and responsible fashion2 7,g7 to evaluate the vulnerability1 security1 susceptibility1 and resiliency of ,united ,states interests and nondefense assets abroad2 7,h7 to build international institutional capacity to address climate security implications and to advance ,united ,states interests1 regional stability1 and global security2 and 7,i7 other activities that advance-- 7i7 the utilization and integration of climate science in national security planning2 and 7ii7 the clear understanding of how the effects of climate change can exacerbate security risks and threats4 #ajc4 ,arctic diplomacy 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the rapidly changing ,arctic environment-- 7,a7 creates new national and regional security challenges due to increased military activity in the ,arctic2 7,b7 heightens the risks of potential conflicts spilling over into the ,arctic region from interventions and theaters of tension in other regions of the world2 7,c7 threatens maritime safety due to inadequate regional resource capacity to patrol the increase in vessel traffic this remote region is experiencing from the growing expanses of open ,arctic water from diminished annual levels of sea ice2 7,d7 impacts public safety due to increased human activity in the ,arctic region where search and rescue capacity remains very limited2 and 7,e7 threatens the health of the ,arctic's fragile and historically pristine environment and the unique and highly sensitive species found in the ,arctic's marine and terrestrial ecosystems2 and 7#b7 the ,united ,states should reduce the consequences outlined in paragraph 7#a7 by-- 7,a7 carefully evaluating the wide variety and extremely dynamic set of security and safety risks unfolding in the ,arctic2 7,b7 developing policies and making preparations for mitigating and responding to threats and risks in the ,arctic2 7,c7 adequately funding the ,national ,earth ,system ,prediction ,capability to substantively improve weather1 ocean1 and ice predictions on time scales necessary for ensuring regional security and trans-,arctic shipping2 7,d7 investing in resources1 including a significantly expanded icebreaker fleet1 to ensure that the ,united ,states has adequate capacity to prevent and respond to security threats in the ,arctic region2 and 7,e7 pursuing diplomatic engagements with all nations in the ,arctic region to reach an agreement for-- 7i7 maintaining peace and stability in the ,arctic region2 and 7ii7 fostering cooperation on stewardship and safety initiatives in the ,arctic region4 7b7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,arctic nations ,the term ,arctic ,nations means the #h nations with territory or exclusive economic zones that extend north of the #ff4efjhc parallel latitude north of the equator1 namely ,russia1 ,canada1 the ,united ,states1 ,norway1 ,denmark 7including ,greenland71 ,finland1 ,sweden1 and ,iceland4 7#b7 ,arctic region ,the term ,arctic ,region means the geographic region north of the #ff4efjhc parallel latitude north of the equator4 7c7 ,designation ,the ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,oceans and ,international ,environmental and ,scientific ,affairs shall designate a deputy assistant secretary serving within the ,bureau of ,oceans and ,international ,environmental and ,scientific ,affairs as ,deputy ,assistant ,secretary for ,arctic ,affairs1 who shall be responsible for affairs in the ,arctic ,region4 7d7 ,duties ,the ,deputy ,assistant ,secretary for ,arctic ,affairs shall-- 7#a7 facilitate the development and coordination of ,united ,states foreign policy in the ,arctic ,region relating to-- 7,a7 meeting national security needs2 7,b7 protecting the ,arctic environment and conserving its biological resources2 7,c7 promoting environmentally sustainable natural resource management and economic development2 7,d7 strengthening institutions for cooperation among the ,arctic ,nations2 7,e7 involving ,arctic indigenous people in decisions that affect them2 and 7,f7 enhancing scientific monitoring and research on local1 regional1 and global environmental issues2 7#b7 coordinate the diplomatic objectives1 and1 as appropriate1 represent the ,united ,states within multilateral fora that address international cooperation and foreign policy matters in the ,arctic ,region2 7#c7 help inform transnational commerce and commercial maritime transit in the ,arctic ,region2 7#d7 coordinate the integration of scientific data on the current and projected effects of climate change on the ,arctic ,region and ensure that such data is applied to the development of security strategies for the ,arctic ,region2 7#e7 make available the methods and approaches on the integration of climate science to other regional security planning programs in the ,department of ,state to better ensure that broader decision-making processes may more adequately account for the effects of climate change2 7#f7 serve as a key point of contact for other ,federal agencies1 including the ,department of ,defense1 the ,department of the ,interior1 the ,department of ,homeland ,security1 and the ,intelligence ,community1 on ,arctic ,region security issues2 7#g7 develop and facilitate the implementation of an ,arctic ,region ,security ,policy in accordance with subsection 7f72 7#h7 use the voice1 vote1 and influence of the ,united ,states to encourage other countries and international multilateral organizations to support the principles of the ,arctic ,region ,security ,policy implemented pursuant to subsection 7f72 and 7#i7 perform such other duties and exercise such powers as the ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,oceans and ,international ,environmental and ,scientific ,affairs and the ,secretary of ,state shall prescribe4 7e7 ,rank and status ,the ,secretary of ,state may change the title of the ,deputy ,assistant ,secretary for ,arctic ,affairs designated under subsection 7c7 to ,special ,representative or ,special ,envoy with the rank of ,ambassador if-- 7#a7 the ,president nominates the person so designated to that rank and status2 and 7#b7 the ,senate confirms such person to such rank and status4 7f7 ,arctic ,region ,security ,policy ,the ,arctic ,region ,security ,policy shall include requirements for the ,bureau of ,conflict and ,stabilization ,operations1 the ,bureau of ,political-,military ,affairs1 embassies1 regional bureaus1 and other offices with a role in conflict avoidance1 prevention and security assistance1 or humanitarian disaster response1 prevention1 and assistance to assess1 develop1 budget for1 and implement plans1 policies1 and actions-- 7#a7 to enhance the resilience capacities of ,arctic ,nations to the effects of climate change and increased civilian and military activity from ,arctic ,nations and other nations that may result from increased accessibility of the ,arctic ,region due to decreased sea ice1 warmer ambient air temperatures and other effects of climate change1 as a means of reducing the risk of conflict and instability2 7#b7 to assess specific added risks to the ,arctic ,region and ,arctic ,nations that-- 7,a7 are vulnerable to the effects of climate change2 and 7,b7 are strategically significant to the ,united ,states2 7#c7 to account for the impacts on human health1 safety1 stresses1 reliability1 food production1 fresh water and other critical natural resources1 and economic activity2 7#d7 to coordinate the integration of climate change risk and vulnerability assessments into the decision-making process on foreign assistance awards to ,arctic ,nations2 7#e7 to advance principles of good governance by encouraging and cooperating with ,arctic ,nations on collaborative approaches-- 7,a7 to sustainably manage natural resources in the ,arctic ,region2 7,b7 to share the burden of ensuring maritime safety in the ,arctic ,region2 7,c7 to prevent the escalation of security tensions by mitigating against the militarization of the ,arctic ,region2 7,d7 to develop mutually agreed upon multilateral policies among ,arctic ,nations on the management of maritime transit routes through the ,arctic ,region and work cooperatively on the transit policies for access to and transit in the ,arctic ,region by non-,arctic ,nations2 and 7,e7 to facilitate the development of ,arctic ,region ,security ,action ,plans to ensure stability and public safety in disaster situations in a humane and responsible fashion2 and 7#f7 to evaluate the vulnerability1 security1 susceptibility1 and resiliency of ,united ,states interests and nondefense assets in the ,arctic ,region4 ,,ii ,international ,agreements and ,conventions #bja4 ,sense of ,congress in support of the ,united ,states returning to the ,paris ,agreement ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 ,president ,trump's decision to withdraw the ,united ,states from the ,paris ,agreement was a mistake that harmed the leadership1 economic1 national security1 and diplomatic interests of the ,united ,states2 7#b7 the ,united ,states expeditious return to the ,paris ,agreement is a critical first step to restoring ,united ,states leadership among1 and in cooperation with1 the international community2 7#c7 resuming ,united ,states global leadership in the ,paris ,agreement's implementation process is critical to ensuring that the rules and procedures for implementing the ,paris ,agreement achieve maximum benefits for the ,united ,states2 7#d7 prioritizing the immediate preparation and communication of an updated ,united ,states nationally determined contribution in support of the ,paris ,agreement will demonstrate a renewed and increasingly ambitious ,united ,states commitment to climate action1 which should incorporate-- 7,a7 strategies for achieving domestic greenhouse gas emissions reductions that achieve the ,united ,states #bjae national determined contribution to the ,paris ,agreement2 7,b7 an ambitious #bjcj mitigation target representing a mid-term goal that signifies the emission reductions trajectory the ,united ,states needs to be on to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej2 7,c7 commitments to engage constructively with parties to the ,paris ,agreement regarding the development of strategies to secure ambitious commitments from all parties and to ensure adequate progress on mitigating greenhouses sufficiently to prevent #a4e degree ,celsius increase of warming2 7,d7 announced intentions of the ,united ,states to accept and fulfill ,united ,states obligations to other international agreements to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions1 including the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization's ,carbon ,offset and ,reduction ,scheme for ,international ,aviation and the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,montreal ,protocol2 7,e7 an intention to resume the ,united ,states cooperation and support for cooperative climate action detailed and announced in various climate change communiques produced by the ,g#g1 the ,g#bj1 the ,arctic ,council1 the ,united ,nations1 and others for which the ,united ,states has recently abstained2 7,f7 a platform and policy incentives for the ,united ,states private sector1 and ,state and local governments to accurately account for their contributions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions2 7,g7 a new1 increased contribution pledge to the ,green ,climate ,fund1 and contributions to other complementary multilateral funds2 7,h7 a commitment to resume a leadership role within the ,green ,climate ,fund to achieve accountability1 transparency1 and management reforms2 and 7,i7 other activities that advance ,united ,states climate-related foreign policy objectives1 including global greenhouse gas mitigation1 climate change adaptation activities1 and global climate security2 7#e7 ,united ,states collaboration with other nations1 especially developing countries most impacted by the need to transition carbon intensive industrial sectors1 and the workforces of these affected industries1 on the global transition to environmentally sustainable economies and societies to ensure workers benefit from opportunities that arise in a transition to economies powered by clean energy1 including engagements on-- 7,a7 realizing the potential to create significant net gains in employment opportunities through increases in the number of decent jobs through investments in environmentally sustainable production and consumption and management of natural resources2 7,b7 improving the quality of jobs and increased incomes on a large scale from more productive processes1 and environmentally sustainable products and services in sectors such as agriculture1 renewable energy1 transport1 construction1 recycling1 and tourism2 7,c7 social inclusion through improved access to affordable1 environmentally sustainable energy and payments for environmental services1 which are of particular relevance to women and residents in rural areas who face more economic challenges2 7,d7 protections from the effects of economic restructuring that would otherwise result in the displacement of workers and possible job losses2 7,e7 training and access to new job opportunities attributable to new environmentally sustainable and clean energy powered enterprises and workplaces2 7,f7 attracting new environmentally sustainable and clean energy powered enterprises and workplaces to communities transitioning to low carbon economies and assist with adapting to climate change to avoid loss of assets and livelihoods and involuntary migration2 and 7,g7 avoiding adverse effects on the incomes of poor households from higher energy and commodity prices2 and 7#f7 the ,united ,states should communicate its intention to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej4 #bjb4 ,enhanced ,united ,states commitment to the ,paris ,agreement 7a7 ,sense of ,congress regarding need for updated ,united ,states nationally determined contribution ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 all parties determine their voluntary contributions to the ,paris ,agreement1 in accordance with ,article #d4b of the ,paris ,agreement2 7#b7 the development and submission of a new ,united ,states nationally determined contribution should be prioritized1 in accordance with ,article #d4i of the ,paris ,agreement2 7#c7 the new ,united ,states nationally determined contribution should-- 7,a7 represent an ambitious #bjcj target1 in accordance with ,articles #d4b and #d4c of the ,paris ,agreement2 and 7,b7 put the ,united ,states on an appropriate trajectory towards achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej2 and 7#d7 the plan required under subsection 7b7 should-- 7,a7 be developed in accordance with ,article #d4ac of the ,paris ,agreement2 7,b7 inform ,united ,states obligations under ,article #ac4g of the ,paris ,agreement2 and 7,c7 clearly demonstrate how the ,united ,states will achieve the target referred to in paragraph 7#c74 7b7 ,plan for developing the ,united ,states nationally determined contribution ,at least #bj days before the ,united ,states submits a new or provisional nationally determined contribution1 the ,president shall consult with1 and provide embargoed drafts of the nationally determined contribution to1 the appropriate congressional committees4 7c7 ,public transparency ,the ,president shall make available to the public a plan for the ,united ,states to meet its nationally determined contribution1 which shall include-- 7#a7 ambitious1 economy-wide1 short-term greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets for #bjbe and #bjcj1 with relevant addenda to the plan following its initial submission2 7#b7 considerations made for populations1 regions1 industries1 and constituencies that could be affected by actions to meet the targets described in paragraph 7#a7 and the failure to meet such targets1 including the effect of such actions on-- 7,a7 ,united ,states jobs1 wages1 and pay2 7,b7 the cost of energy 7such as electricity and gasoline7 for consumers2 and 7,c7 the ability to develop and deploy new1 innovative1 domestically produced technologies2 7#c7 a description of how the ,united ,states may use-- 7,a7 multilateral and bilateral diplomatic tools1 in addition to the expert committee established under ,article #ae of the ,paris ,agreement1 to encourage and assist other parties to the ,paris ,agreement to fulfill their announced contributions2 and 7,b7 the mechanisms under ,articles #ab and #ac of the ,paris ,agreement to urge enhanced actions from other parties to achieve the overall objectives of the ,paris ,agreement2 7#d7 a description of how the ,paris ,agreement's loss and damage provisions would affect infrastructure resiliency in the ,united ,states2 7#e7 a coherent and stable policy framework for sustainable enterprise development and decent work opportunities for all ,united ,states residents that-- 7,a7 is developed through engagement in social dialogue1 particularly in-- 7i7 communities that have historically experienced environmental injustice2 and 7ii7 communities with economies that are heavily dependent on fossil fuel production or consumption2 and 7,b7 maintains such social dialogue1 in line with international labor standards-- 7i7 at all stages1 from policy design to implementation and evaluation2 and 7ii7 at all levels1 from the national level to the enterprise2 and 7#f7 an accounting of other relevant activities that advance ,united ,states foreign policy objectives of-- 7,a7 advancing global greenhouse gas mitigation2 7,b7 supporting climate change adaptation activities2 and 7,c7 improving global climate security4 7d7 ,education and public awareness 7#a7 ,in general ,the plan developed under subsection 7c7 shall be consistent with ,article #ab of the ,paris ,agreement1 which states ,parties shall cooperate in taking measures1 as appropriate1 to enhance climate change education1 training1 public awareness1 public participation and public access to information1 recognizing the importance of these steps with respect to enhancing actions under this ,agreement44 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this ,act may be construed to require or prohibit the ,president from including in the plan developed under subsection 7b71 consistent with the prohibition described in section #dch of the ,general ,education ,provisions ,act 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #abcb;a71 recommendations to support ,state and local educational agencies1 in integrating instruction on human-caused climate change and the societal1 environmental1 and economic effects of such climate change into curricula taught in elementary and secondary schools under the control of such ,state and local educational agencies1 in order to meet the goals and ambitions of the ,paris ,agreement to ensure climate education and awareness in schools4 7e7 ,sense of ,congress regarding the accountability of parties to the ,paris ,agreement ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,united ,states shall use its diplomatic leverage and the mechanisms of the ,paris ,agreement that promote transparency1 reporting1 and accountability among parties to seek to play critical leadership roles on the ,paris ,agreement's critical working groups1 subsidiary bodies1 and constituted bodies-- 7#a7 to maximize the ,united ,states ability to hold other parties accountable for meeting the commitments to the ,paris ,agreement2 and 7#b7 to ensure that all parties commit to and meet ambitious greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets4 #bjc4 ,sense of ,congress regarding ratification of the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,montreal ,protocol 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,the chemical refrigerant alternative1 hydrofluorocarbon 7,,hfc71 and its chemical derivatives identified in ,annex ,f of the ,montreal ,protocol on ,substances that ,deplete the ,ozone ,layer1 done at ,montreal ,september #af1 #aihg1 which replaced hydrochlorofluorocarbon 7,,hcfc7 and chlorofluorocarbon 7,,cfc71 are short-lived and highly potent greenhouse gases4 7#b7 ,some ,h,f,cs are #d1jjj times more potent greenhouse gases than carbon dioxide4 ,the expansion of mass production and worldwide use of ,h,f,cs have significantly contributed to the recent worsening of the global climate crisis4 7#c7 ,in ,october #ae1 #bjaf1 the parties at the #bhth ,meeting of ,parties to the ,montreal ,protocol1 with the support of the ,united ,states1 adopted an amendment 7referred to in the ,act as the ,kigali ,amendment7 to the ,montreal ,protocol to globally phase down the production and application of hydrofluorocarbons1 most commonly used as refrigerants in air conditioners and for cold storage4 7#d7 ,the ,kigali ,amendment calls for parties to cut the production and consumption of ,h,f,cs by more than #hj percent during a #cj-year period-- 7,a7 to eliminate an estimated #hj1jjj1jjj1jjj metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by #bjej2 and 7,b7 to avoid up to #j4e degree ,celsius warming by the end of the century1 while continuing to protect the ozone layer4 7#e7 ,united ,states ratification of the ,kigali ,amendment will require the advice and consent of the ,senate4 ,there is broad bipartisan support for the ,kigali ,amendment in the ,senate1 as evidenced by a letter sent by #ac ,republican senators to the ,president on ,june #d1 #bjah1 urging the ,president to submit the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,senate for advice and consent4 7#f7 ,the ,environmental ,protection ,agency received sufficient domestic legal authority to comply with the international obligations of the ,kigali ,amendment under title ,,ii of the ,department of the ,interior1 ,environment1 and ,related ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7division ,g of ,public ,law #aaf-bfj71 which was enacted on ,december #bg1 #bjbj4 7#g7 ,as of the date of the introduction of the ,act1 the ,president has not submitted the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,senate for advice and consent and the ,united ,states ,government has neither ratified nor implemented policies to comply with the ,kigali ,amendment4 7#h7 ,the ,kigali ,amendment1 which has been ratified by #ajj parties1 entered into force on ,january #a1 #bjai4 7#i7 ,adoption of the ,kigali ,amendment and ,united ,states ratification of and compliance with the ,kigali ,amendment is supported broadly by affected industry stakeholders and environmental public interest organizations4 7#aj7 ,industries in the ,united ,states that use and produce fluorocarbons-- 7,a7 contribute more than #aeh1jjj1jjj1jjj annually in goods and services to the economy of the ,united ,states2 and 7,b7 employ more than #gjj1jjj individuals1 with an annual industry-wide payroll of more than #cb1jjj1jjj1jjj4 7#aa7 ,foreign competitors to ,united ,states chemical refrigerant and refrigeration equipment based and operating in countries that have ratified the ,kigali ,amendment and are implementing policies in compliance with the ,kigali ,amendment are gaining an advantage on ,united ,states based industries in the manufacturing and used of next-generation chemicals and equipment4 7#ab7 ,the ,united ,states ratification of the ,kigali ,amendment-- 7,a7 would support and promote the technological leadership of the ,united ,states industries to lead global production and marketing of replacement refrigerants and equipment in compliance with the ,kigali ,amendment2 and 7,b7 according to industry analysis1 would potentially create approximately #cc1jjj new manufacturing jobs in the ,united ,states and add approximately #ab1ejj1jjj1jjj per year to the economy of the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,president should immediately submit the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,senate for advice and consent2 and 7#b7 the ,senate should promptly provide its advice and consent on the ,kigali ,amendment4 #bjd4 ,compliance with the carbon offset and reduction scheme for international aviation ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall promulgate regulations establishing uniform policies and take other necessary actions to implement the terms of the ,carbon ,offset and ,reduction ,scheme for ,international ,aviation 7commonly known as ,,corsia71 which was adopted by ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization in ,october #bjaf as ,assembly ,resolution ,a#ci-c1 and any amendments to such ,resolution with which the ,united ,states concurs1 as means to secure a single global carbon emissions market-based mechanism to facilitate the participation of operators of civil aircraft of the ,united ,states in international aviation4 #bje4 ,short-lived climate pollutants 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,high-,,gwp ,,hfc ,the term high-,,gwp ,,hfc means newly manufactured hydrofluorocarbons with a global warming potential calculated over a #ajj-year period of greater than #aej1 as described in the ,fifth ,assessment ,report of the ,intergovernmental ,panel on ,climate ,change4 7#b7 ,short-lived climate pollutants ,the term short-lived climate pollutants means-- 7,a7 black carbon2 7,b7 methane2 and 7,c7 high-,,gwp ,,hfc4 7b7 ,in general ,the ,president shall direct the ,united ,states representatives to appropriate international bodies and conferences 7including the ,united ,nations ,environment ,programme1 the ,,unfccc1 the ,montreal ,protocol1 the ,arctic ,council1 the ,group of #g1 the ,group of #bj1 the ,organization for ,economic ,co-,operation and ,development 7,,oecd71 the ,association of ,southeast ,asian ,nations1 the ,asia ,pacific ,economic ,cooperation1 the ,arctic ,council1 the ,climate and ,clean ,air ,coalition on ,short-,lived ,climate ,pollutants1 and the ,global ,alliance for ,climate-,smart ,agriculture7 to use the voice1 vote1 and influence of the ,united ,states1 consistent with the broad foreign policy goals of the ,united ,states1 to advocate that each such body or conference-- 7#a7 commit to significantly increasing efforts to reduce short-lived climate pollutants2 7#b7 invest in and develop alternative energy sources1 industrial and agricultural processes1 appliances1 and products to replace sources of short-lived climate pollutants2 7#c7 enhance coordination with the private sector-- 7,a7 to increase production and distribution of clean energy alternatives1 industrial processes1 and products that will replace sources of short-lived climate pollutants2 7,b7 to develop action plans to mitigate short-lived climate pollutants from various private sector operations2 7,c7 to encourage best technology1 methods1 and management practices for reducing short-lived climate pollutants2 7,d7 to craft specific financing mechanisms for the incremental costs associated with mitigating short-live climate pollutants2 and 7,e7 to grow economic opportunities and develop markets1 as appropriate1 for short-lived climate pollutants trading1 capture1 and other efforts that support economic growth using low and zero carbon energy sources2 7#d7 provide technical assistance to foreign regulatory authorities and governments to remove unnecessary barriers to investment in short-lived climate mitigation solutions1 including-- 7,a7 the use of safe and affordable clean energy2 7,b7 the implementation of policies requiring industrial and agricultural best practices for capturing or mitigating the release of methane from extractive1 agricultural1 and industrial processes2 and 7,c7 climate assessment1 scientific research1 monitoring1 and technological development activities2 7#e7 develop and implement clear1 accountable1 and metric-based targets to measure the effectiveness of projects described in paragraph 7#d72 and 7#f7 engage international partners in an existing multilateral forum 7or1 if necessary1 establish through an international agreement a new multilateral forum7 to improve global cooperation for-- 7,a7 creating tangible metrics for evaluating efforts to reduce short-lived climate pollutants2 7,b7 developing and implementing best practices for phasing out sources of short-lived climate pollutants1 including expanding capacity for innovative instruments to mitigate short-lived climate pollutants at the national and subnational levels of foreign countries1 particularly countries with little capacity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and deploy clean energy facilities1 and countries that lack sufficient policies to advance such development2 7,c7 encouraging the development of standards and practices1 and increasing transparency and accountability efforts for the reduction of short-lived climate pollutants2 7,d7 integrating tracking and monitoring systems into industrial processes2 7,e7 fostering research to improve scientific understanding of-- 7i7 how high concentrations of short-lived climate pollutants affect human health1 safety1 and our climate2 7ii7 changes in the amount and regional concentrations of black carbon and methane emissions1 based on scientific modeling and forecasting2 7iii7 effective means to sequester short-lived climate pollutants2 and 7iv7 other related areas of research the ,united ,states representatives deem necessary2 7,f7 encouraging the ,world ,bank1 the ,international ,monetary ,fund1 and other international finance organizations-- 7i7 to prioritize efforts to combat short-lived climate pollutants2 and 7ii7 to enhance transparency by providing sufficient and adequate information to facilitate independent verification of their climate finance reporting2 7,g7 encouraging observers of the ,arctic ,council 7including ,india and ,china7 to adopt mitigation plans consistent with the findings and recommendations of the ,arctic ,council's ,framework for ,action on ,black ,carbon and ,methane2 7,h7 collaborating on technological advances in short-lived climate pollutant mitigation1 sequestration and reduction technologies2 and 7,i7 advising foreign countries1 at both the national and subnational levels1 regarding the development and execution of regulatory policies1 services1 and laws pertaining to reducing the creation and the collection and safe management of short-lived climate pollutants4 7c7 ,enhancing international outreach and partnership of ,united ,states agencies involved in greenhouse gas reductions 7#a7 ,finding ,congress recognizes the success of the ,united ,states ,climate ,alliance and the greenhouse gas reduction programs and strategies established by the ,environmental ,protection ,agency's ,center for ,corporate ,climate ,leadership4 7#b7 ,authorization of efforts to build foreign partnerships ,the ,secretary of ,state shall work with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency to build partnerships1 as appropriate1 with the governments of foreign countries and to support international efforts to reduce short-lived climate pollutants and combat climate change4 7d7 ,negotiation of new international agreements and reassertion of targets in existing agreements ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,state shall submit a report to ,congress that-- 7#a7 assesses the potential for negotiating new international agreements1 new targets within existing international agreements or cooperative bodies1 and the creation of a new international forum to mitigate globally short-lived climate pollutants to support the efforts described in subsection 7b72 7#b7 describes the provisions that could be included in such agreements2 7#c7 assesses potential parties to such agreements2 7#d7 describes a process for reengaging with ,canada and ,mexico regarding the methane targets agreed to at the #bjaf ,north ,american ,leaders' ,summit2 and 7#e7 describes a process for reengaging with the countries of the ,arctic ,council regarding the methane and black carbon targets that were negotiated in #bjae through the ,framework for ,action4 7e7 ,consideration of short-,lived climate pollutants in negotiating international agreements ,in negotiating any relevant international agreement with any country or countries after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,president shall-- 7#a7 consider the impact short-lived climate pollutants are having on the increase in global average temperatures and the resulting global climate change2 7#b7 consider the effects that climate change is having on the environment2 and 7#c7 ensure that the agreement strengthens efforts to eliminate short-lived climate pollutants from such country or countries4 #bjf4 ,international cooperation regarding clean transportation and sustainable land use and community development 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,agriculture1 forestry1 and other land use accounted for #bd percent of global greenhouse gas emissions during #bjaj1 which-- 7,a7 is caused primarily from agriculture 7cultivation of crops and livestock7 and deforestation2 and 7,b7 does not take into account the carbon dioxide that ecosystems remove from the atmosphere by sequestering carbon in biomass1 dead organic matter1 and soils1 which offset approximately #bj percent of emissions from this sector4 7#b7 ,the transportation sector accounts for #ad percent of global gas emissions and #bh percent of the ,united ,states greenhouse gas emissions4 7#c7 ,according to the ,national ,center for ,biotechnology ,information's report1 ,national ,mitigation ,potential from ,natural ,climate ,solutions in the ,tropics-- 7,a7 better land stewardship is needed to achieve the ,paris ,agreement's temperature goal of holding the increase of global average temperatures well below #b degrees ,celsius1 particularly in the tropics2 7,b7 as countries enhance their nationally determined contributions1 confusion persists about the potential contribution of better land stewardship to meeting such goal2 7,c7 in #ej percent of the tropical countries1 cost-effective natural climate solutions could mitigate more than #ej percent of national emissions2 7,d7 in more than #be percent of the tropical countries1 cost effective natural climate solutions potential is greater than national emissions2 and 7,e7 natural climate solutions can transform national economies and contribute to sustainable development goals4 7#d7 ,according to the ,international ,energy ,agency-- 7,a7 global transport emissions increased by less than #j4e percent in #bjai 7compared with an average annual increase of #a4i percent since #bjjj71 owing to efficiency improvements1 electrification1 and greater use of biofuels2 7,b7 transportation is responsible for #bd percent of direct carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel combustion2 7,c7 electric car deployment has grown rapidly since #bjaj1 with the global stock of electric passenger cars passing #e1jjj1jjj in #bjah 7an increase of #fc percent from the previous year72 7,d7 in #bjah-- 7i7 approximately #de percent of all electric cars on the road were in ,china2 7ii7 approximately #bd percent of such cars were in ,europe2 and 7iii7 approximately #bb percent of such cars were in the ,united ,states2 7,e7 existing measures to increase efficiency and reduce energy demand must be deepened and extended for compliance with the ,sustainable ,development ,scenario of the ,international ,energy ,agency's ,world ,energy ,model2 7,f7 prior to the ,,covid-#ai pandemic1 emissions from aviation and shipping were increasing faster than all other transportation modes2 and 7,g7 energy demand and emissions have continued to rise in all modes of road transport 7cars1 trucks1 buses1 and #b- and #c-wheelers71 particularly in heavy-duty road freight transport1 which account for #ge percent of global transportation sector emissions4 7#e7 ,the worldwide market share of sport utility vehicles rose #ae percentage points between #bjad and #bjai1 and now comprises #dj percent of the global light-duty vehicle market4 7#f7 ,china is the world's largest automobile market1 with more than #bc1gjj1jjj light vehicles sold in ,china in #bjah4 ,as ,china's road network rapidly continues to expand1 the number of vehicle miles traveled per capita will most likely lead to growth in ,china's transportation sector carbon dioxide emissions4 7#g7 ,even with ,india's advancement of policies to promote electric vehicles and biofuels-- 7,a7 ,india relies heavily on oil1 and comprises #bi percent of ,india's total energy consumption2 7,b7 prior to the ,,covid-#ai pandemic1 ,india was the world's fastest growing aviation market1 with passenger numbers for domestic and international flights doubling since #bjaj2 7,c7 ,india is planning to build #ajj new airports between #bjbj and #bjce1 and industry analysts have projected up to #ebj1jjj1jjj ,indian air travelers annually by #bjcg2 and 7,d7 the ,world ,health ,organization reports that #ae of the cities worldwide with the worst air pollution are in ,india1 largely due to urban vehicle emissions4 7#h7 ,in #bjac1 ,mexico became the first vehicle market in ,latin ,america to establish fuel economy or carbon dioxide emissions standards4 7#i7 ,the ,department of ,state1 the ,national ,highway ,traffic ,safety ,administration1 and the ,environmental ,protection ,agency do not have a program in place to encourage other countries to adopt standards that are compatible with ,united ,states fuel economy and emissions standards4 7#aj7 ,many countries adopt ,european emissions standards rather than ,united ,states standards1 in part because of ,european diplomatic engagement1 disadvantaging ,united ,states automakers in international markets4 7b7 ,statement of policy ,it is the policy of the ,united ,states to partner1 consult1 and coordinate with foreign governments1 civil society1 international financial institutions1 subnational communities1 agribusiness and automobile industry leaders1 and the private sector in a concerted effort-- 7#a7 to raise awareness of-- 7,a7 the greenhouse gas emission contributions from agriculture1 forestry1 other land uses1 and the transportation sector to the annual total of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions globally2 and 7,b7 the importance of working cooperatively on the development of multi-faceted and country specific policies and strategies-- 7i7 to effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture1 forestry1 other land uses1 and the transportation sector2 and 7ii7 to promote economic growth1 opportunities1 sustainable land management1 and equitable access to mobility1 transportation services1 and resources among all populations2 7#b7 to mitigate land use sector emissions through enhanced land use planning1 sustainable agriculture practices1 sustainable forest management1 and community-led conservation and development and other natural climate solutions2 7#c7 to use the voice and vote of the ,united ,states in multilateral institutions to advance international efforts to advance sustainable land-use planning1 climate-smart agriculture1 sustainable forest management1 and community-led conservation and development2 7#d7 to improve the reliability and sustainability of transportation systems1 particularly in developing countries1 through a focus on mitigating carbon emissions1 improving health and safety outcomes through improved land use and community design1 and improved mobility for all populations2 7#e7 to promote collaboration regarding international research and development in-- 7,a7 zero-emission vehicles2 7,b7 sustainable urban development and smart growth2 and 7,c7 advanced low carbon biofuels for transportation2 7#f7 to facilitate and support the ability of parties to the ,paris ,agreement to more accurately monitor1 record1 and report transportation sector emissions2 7#g7 to develop greater cooperation among parties for strengthening the rules and ambition of the ,paris ,agreement's mitigation targets for transportation sector emissions2 7#h7 to improve the structural integrity of critical transportation infrastructure to withstand current and forecasted effects of climate change and support community resilience1 improved access to jobs1 and adaptability to the effects of climate change2 and 7#i7 to explore new opportunities or seek enhanced initiatives within existing multilateral and bilateral agreements to develop mechanisms and policies for reducing transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions4 7c7 ,international cooperation ,in implementing the policy described in subsection 7b71 the ,president should direct the ,united ,states representatives to appropriate international bodies to use the influence of the ,united ,states1 consistent with the broad foreign policy goals of the ,united ,states1 to advocate that each such body-- 7#a7 promote transportation sector investment in-- 7,a7 electric vehicles and other low and zero carbon transportation technologies2 and 7,b7 sustainable land use development that incorporates-- 7i7 multi-modal transportation designs aimed at reducing-- 7,i7 traffic congestion2 7,,ii7 carbon emissions from motor vehicles2 7,,iii7 travel times between high volume destinations within a community2 7,,iv7 vehicle crashes and other threats to motorist and pedestrian safety2 and 7,v7 stormwater runoff from impervious road surfaces1 vehicle conflicts with wildlife1 habitat destruction1 and other forms of environmental degradation commonly associated with roads and motor vehicles2 7ii7 multi-use community designs and dense development that accounts for locating residential development near essential goods1 services1 and job opportunities 7to reduce individual reliance of motorized personal transportation72 and 7iii7 transportation systems designed-- 7,i7 to maximize the safety of all users2 and 7,,ii7 to reduce the probability of motorized vehicle crashes1 including motorized vehicle crashes that injure or kill pedestrians and bicyclists2 7#b7 strive to improve mobility by advancing equitable access to transportation services among all populations1 particularly historically underserved or marginalized populations and communities2 7#c7 improve environmental quality and community health outcomes through-- 7,a7 safer and more efficient multi-modal transportation systems that reduce vehicle pollution and congestion2 7,b7 reductions in the amount of impervious surfaces2 and 7,c7 integration of safe pedestrian and bicycling infrastructure2 7#d7 addresses unique transportation and economic needs of countries' diverse populations and communities in ways that also support a country's achievement of ambitious greenhouse gas mitigation commitments2 7#e7 enhance coordination and engagement with private sector stakeholders2 7#f7 provide technical assistance to foreign regulatory authorities and governments to remove barriers to investment in transportation systems1 infrastructure and electric vehicles and low and zero carbon fuels2 and 7#g7 use clear1 accountable1 and metric-based targets to measure the effectiveness of such projects4 7d7 ,vehicle ,fuel ,economy and ,,co#b ,emissions ,diplomacy ,initiative 7#a7 ,development ,the ,secretary of ,state1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,commerce1 the ,secretary of ,transportation1 the ,secretary of the ,treasury1 and the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 shall develop a ,vehicle ,fuel ,economy and ,,co#b ,emissions ,diplomacy ,initiative to promote the worldwide adoption of vehicle fuel economy and vehicle carbon dioxide emissions standards that are compatible with ,united ,states standards4 7#b7 ,responsibilities and duties 7,a7 ,diplomatic efforts ,the ,secretary of ,state shall lead diplomatic efforts to encourage foreign governments to adopt vehicle fuel economy standards and vehicle carbon dioxide emissions standards4 7,b7 ,technical assistance ,the ,administrator of the ,national ,highway ,traffic ,safety ,administration and the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency shall provide technical assistance to other countries to help such countries to develop new standards1 testing regimes1 and compliance strategies4 7#c7 ,program scope ,the ,vehicle ,fuel ,economy and ,,co#b ,emissions ,diplomacy ,initiative should-- 7,a7 have the goal of reducing oil consumption by at least #b1jjj1jjj barrels per day by #bjcj1 in addition to the reduction anticipated by the implementation of standards in existence as of the date of the enactment of this ,act2 7,b7 include input in developing the program from leaders in ,united ,states industry2 and 7,c7 focus special attention on ,latin ,america4 #bjg4 ,sense of ,congress on ,united ,states reengagement with the ,group of ,seven and the ,group of ,twenty on climate action 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,president ,trump has abstained from several heads of state meetings on climate action and cooperation with the heads of state from countries comprising the ,group of ,seven 7referred to in this section as the ,g#g7 and the ,group of ,twenty 7referred to in this section as the ,g#bj74 7#b7 ,the ,g#g summit held in ,charlevoix1 ,quebec in ,june #bjah produced a climate action communique that was signed by the heads of state from ,canada1 ,france1 ,germany1 ,italy1 ,japan1 and the ,united ,kingdom1 but was not signed by the ,united ,states4 7#c7 ,the ,g#g climate action communique states1 ,canada1 ,france1 ,germany1 ,italy1 ,japan1 the ,united ,kingdom1 and the ,european ,union reaffirm their strong commitment to implement the ,paris ,agreement1 through ambitious climate action1 in particular through reducing emissions while stimulating innovation1 enhancing adaptive capacity1 strengthening and financing resilience and reducing vulnerability2 as well as ensuring a just transition1 including increasing efforts to mobilize climate finance from a wide variety of sources44 7#d7 ,in #bjai1 the ,united ,states blocked the ,g#g from making any new or additional commitments on climate change1 to the expressed disappointment and frustration of the other six heads of state4 7#e7 ,the ,g#g1 without the active participation of the ,united ,states1 continues to work together to fulfill clean energy commitments on initiatives such as the #bjad ,rome ,initiative for ,energy ,security1 the #bjae ,hamburg ,initiative for ,sustainable ,energy ,security1 the #bjaf ,kitakyushu ,initiative on ,energy ,security for ,global ,growth1 and the ,africa ,renewable ,energy ,initiative4 ,however1 ,united ,states objections to global cooperative climate action have prevented the ,g#g from undertaking new clean energy and climate action initiatives in recent years4 7#f7 ,the #bjah ,buenos ,aires ,leaders ,declaration by the ,g#bj-- 7,a7 recognizes the risks that climate change poses to global security1 global health1 and economic development2 and 7,b7 affirms the significance of the ,paris ,agreement4 7#g7 ,the ,united ,states insisted on the inclusion of a statement in the ,g#bj ,buenos ,aires ,leaders ,declaration1 for which the ,united ,states was the only subscriber1 expressing dissenting opinions on international climate action cooperation and equivocation on utilizing all energy sources and technologies1 while protecting the environment4 7#h7 ,in #bjai1 the ,g#bj narrowly avoided concluding without a leaders' declaration1 when the ,president unsuccessfully tried to pressure the other #ai heads of state to weaken commitments on combating climate change in the #bjai ,g#bj ,osaka ,leaders ,declaration1 leaving the ,united ,states to provide a dissenting provision articulating its outlier position on climate action in the ,declaration4 7b7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,president1 acting through the ,secretary of ,state1 shall initiate a ,china-focused agenda at the ,g#g1 with respect to-- 7#a7 trade and investment issues and enforcement2 7#b7 establishing and promulgating international infrastructure standards2 7#c7 the erosion of democracy in ,hong ,kong2 7#d7 human rights concerns in ,xinjiang1 ,tibet1 and other areas in the ,people's ,republic of ,china2 7#e7 the security of #e;,g telecommunications2 7#f7 anti-competitive behavior2 7#g7 coercive and indentured international finance and conditional provision of foreign assistance2 7#h7 international influence campaigns2 7#i7 climate change2 7#aj7 ,china's domestic and international investments in new coal power plants2 7#aa7 environmental standards2 and 7#ab7 coordination with like-minded regional partners1 including the ,republic of ,korea and ,australia4 7c7 ,briefing on progress of negotiations ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,president shall provide a briefing to the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,foreign ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives regarding the progress of any negotiations described in subsection 7b74 7d7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,united ,states should-- 7#a7 in the next ,g#g communique and ,g#bj ,leaders' ,declaration-- 7,a7 renounce the ,united ,states contrarian positions on climate change expressed in the #bjah and #bjai official documents of the ,g#g and ,g#bj summits2 7,b7 renew its commitment to climate cooperation and support for fulfilling the goals of the ,paris ,agreement in the context of the ,g#g and the ,g#bj2 7,c7 lead efforts to formalize new mechanisms and commitments to climate action cooperation between the heads of state of the ,g#g and of the ,g#bj1 which are aimed at-- 7i7 increasing ambition on greenhouse gas mitigation2 and 7ii7 strengthening support for climate finance in developing countries1 particularly countries that are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change2 and 7,d7 challenge the heads of state of the ,g#g and the ,g#bj to leverage private financing and increase grants and official development assistance in clean energy and sustainable development projects in their own countries and in developing countries1 especially countries that are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change2 and 7#b7 initiate the ,china-focused agenda described in subsection 7b7 at the ,g#g4 ,,iii ,climate change development finance and support #cja4 ,international ,climate ,change ,adaptation1 ,mitigation1 and ,security ,program 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,convention ,the term ,convention means the ,united ,nations ,framework ,convention on ,climate ,change1 done at ,new ,york ,may #i1 #aiib1 and entered into force ,march #ba1 #aiid4 7#b7 ,most vulnerable communities and populations ,the term most vulnerable communities and populations means communities and populations that are at risk of substantial adverse effects of climate change and have limited capacity to respond to such effects1 including women1 impoverished communities1 children1 indigenous peoples1 and formal and informal workers4 7#c7 ,most vulnerable developing countries ,the term most vulnerable developing countries means1 as determined by the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 developing countries that are at risk of substantial adverse effects of climate change and have limited capacity to respond to such effects1 considering the approaches included in any international treaties and agreements4 7#d7 ,program ,the term ,program means the ,international ,climate ,change ,adaptation1 ,mitigation1 and ,security ,program established pursuant to subsection 7c74 7b7 ,purpose ,the purpose of this section is to provide authorities for additional1 new1 current1 and ongoing bilateral and regional international development assistance1 and1 as appropriate1 to leverage private resources1 in support of host country driven projects1 planning1 policies1 and initiatives designed to improve the ability of host countries-- 7#a7 to primarily produce reliable renewable energy and reduce or mitigate carbon emissions from the power sector while facilitating the transition in key global markets from electricity generated from fossil fuel power to low-cost clean energy sources1 in a manner that is equitable for workers and communities2 7#b7 to adapt and become more resilient to current and forecasted effects of climate change2 and 7#c7 to employ-- 7,a7 sustainable land use practices that mitigate desertification and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation and forest degradation2 and 7,b7 agricultural production practices that reduce poverty while improving soil health1 protecting water quality1 and increasing food security and nutrition4 7c7 ,establishment of ,program ,the ,secretary of ,state1 in coordination with the ,secretary of the ,treasury and the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 shall establish a program1 to be known as the ,international ,climate ,change ,adaptation1 ,mitigation1 and ,security ,program1 to provide bilateral and regional assistance to developing countries for programs1 projects1 and activities described in subsection 7e74 7d7 ,supplement not supplant ,assistance provided under this section shall be used to supplement1 and not to supplant1 any other ,federal1 ,state1 or local resources available to carry out activities that fit the characteristics of the ,program4 7e7 ,policy ,it shall be the policy of the ,united ,states to ensure that the ,program provides resources to developing countries1 particularly the most vulnerable communities and populations in such countries1 to support the development and implementation of programs1 projects1 and activities that-- 7#a7 reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the integration and deployment of clean energy1 which may include transmission1 distribution1 and interconnections to renewable energy1 while facilitating the transition in key global markets from electricity generated from fossil fuel power to low-cost renewable energy sources1 in a manner that is equitable for workers and communities2 7#b7 advance the use of clean energy technologies facing financial or other barriers to widespread deployment that could be addressed through support under the ,program to reduce1 sequester1 or avoid greenhouse gas emissions2 7#c7 improve the availability1 viability1 and accessibility of zero emission vehicles1 including support for design and development of transportation networks and land use practices that mitigate carbon emissions in the transportation sector2 7#d7 support building capacities that may include-- 7,a7 developing and implementing methodologies and programs for measuring and quantifying greenhouse gas emissions and verifying emissions mitigation1 including building capacities to conduct emissions inventories and meet reporting requirements under the ,paris ,agreement2 7,b7 assessing1 developing1 and implementing technology and policy options for greenhouse gas emissions mitigation and avoidance of future emissions1 including sector-based and cross-sector mitigation strategies2 7,c7 enhancing the technical capacity of regulatory authorities1 planning agencies1 and related institutions in developing countries to improve the deployment of clean energy technologies and practices1 including through increased transparency2 7,d7 training and instruction regarding the installation and maintenance of renewable energy technologies2 and 7,e7 activities that support the development and implementation of frameworks for intellectual property rights in developing countries2 7#e7 improve resilience1 sustainable economic growth1 and adaptation capacities in response to and in spite of the effects of climate change2 7#f7 promote appropriate job training and access to new job opportunities in new economic sectors and industries that emerge due to the transition from fossil fuel energy to clean energy1 with full labor protections in accordance with international labor standards2 7#g7 reduce the vulnerability and increase the resilience capacities of communities to the effects of climate change1 including effects on-- 7,a7 water availability2 7,b7 agricultural productivity and food security2 7,c7 flood risk2 7,d7 coastal resources2 7,e7 biodiversity2 7,f7 economic livelihoods2 7,g7 health and diseases2 7,h7 housing and shelter2 and 7,i7 human migration2 7#h7 help countries and communities adapt to changes in the environment through enhanced community planning1 preparedness1 and growth strategies that take into account current and forecasted regional and localized effects of climate change2 7#i7 conserve and restore natural resources1 ecosystems1 and biodiversity threatened by the effects of climate change to ensure such resources1 ecosystems1 and biodiversity are healthy and continue to provide natural protections from the effects of climate change such as extreme weather2 7#aj7 provide resources1 information1 scientific data and modeling1 innovative best practices1 and technical assistance to support vulnerable developing countries and communities adapt their economies1 communities1 and security planning efforts to the effects of climate change2 7#aa7 promote sustainable and climate-resilient societies1 including through improvements to make critical infrastructure less vulnerable to the effects of climate change2 7#ab7 encourage the adoption of policies and measures1 including sector-based and cross-sector policies and measures1 that substantially reduce1 sequester1 or avoid greenhouse gas emissions from the domestic energy and transportation sectors of developing countries2 7#ac7 reduce deforestation and land degradation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and implement sustainable forestry practices2 7#ad7 promote sustainable land use activities1 including supporting development planning1 design1 and construction with respect to transportation systems and land use that incorporates-- 7,a7 multi-modal transportation designs aimed at reducing-- 7i7 traffic congestion2 7ii7 carbon emissions from motor vehicles2 7iii7 travel times between high volume destinations within a community2 7iv7 motor vehicle crashes and other threats to motorist and pedestrian safety2 and 7v7 stormwater runoff from impervious road surfaces1 motor vehicle conflicts with wildlife1 habitat destruction1 and other forms of environmental degradation commonly associated with roads and motor vehicles2 7,b7 multi-use community designs and dense development that account for locating residential development near essential goods1 services1 and job opportunities to reduce individual reliance on motorized personal transportation2 and 7,c7 transportation systems designed to-- 7i7 maximize the safety of all users2 7ii7 improve mobility by advancing equitable access to transportation services among all populations1 particularly historically underserved or marginalized populations and communities2 and 7iii7 reduce the probability of vehicle crashes and pedestrian and bicyclist injuries and mortalities2 7#ae7 promote sustainable agricultural practices that mitigate carbon emissions1 conserve soil1 and improve food and water security of communities2 7#af7 foster partnerships with private sector entities and nongovernmental international development organizations to assist with developing solutions and economic opportunities that support projects1 planning1 policies1 and initiatives described in subsection 7b72 7#ag7 provide technical assistance and strengthen capacities of developing countries to meet the goals of the conditional nationally determined contributions of those countries2 7#ah7 establish investment channels designed to leverage private sector financing in-- 7,a7 clean energy2 7,b7 sustainable agriculture and natural resource management2 and 7,c7 the transportation sector as described in paragraph 7#c72 and 7#ai7 provide technical assistance and support for non-extractive activities that provide alternative economic growth opportunities while preserving critical habitats and natural carbon sinks4 7f7 ,provision of assistance 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 under the direction of the ,secretary of ,state1 and in consultation with the ,secretary of the ,treasury and1 as appropriate1 the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,secretary of ,energy1 and the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 shall provide assistance under the ,program-- 7,a7 in the form of bilateral assistance pursuant to the requirements under subsection 7g72 7,b7 to multilateral funds or international institutions with programs for climate mitigation or adaptation in developing countries consistent with the policy described in subsection 7e72 or 7,c7 through a combination of the mechanisms specified in subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b74 7#b7 ,limitation 7,a7 ,conditional distribution to multilateral funds or international institutions ,in any fiscal year1 the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 under the direction of the ,secretary of ,state1 may provide up to #dj percent of the assistance available to carry out the ,program to #a or more multilateral funds or international institutions that meet the requirements of subparagraph 7,b74 7,b7 ,multilateral fund or international institution eligibility ,a multilateral fund or international institution is eligible to receive assistance under subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 if-- 7,i7 such fund or institution is established pursuant to-- 7aa7 the ,convention2 or 7bb7 an agreement negotiated under the ,convention2 or 7,,ii7 the assistance is directed to #a or more multilateral funds or international development institutions1 pursuant to an agreement negotiated under the ,convention2 and 7ii7 if such fund or institution-- 7,i7 specifies the terms and conditions under which the ,united ,states is to provide assistance to the fund or institution1 and under which the fund or institution is to provide assistance to recipient countries2 and 7,,ii7 ensures that assistance from the ,united ,states to the fund or institution and the principal and income of the fund or institution are disbursed only-- 7aa7 to support projects1 planning1 policies1 and initiatives described in subsection 7b72 7bb7 consistent with the policy described in subsection 7e72 and 7cc7 in regular consultation with relevant governing bodies of the fund or institution that-- 7,,aa7 include representation from countries among the most vulnerable developing countries2 and 7,,bb7 provide public access4 7,c7 ,congressional notification ,the ,secretary of ,state1 the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 or the ,secretary of the ,treasury shall notify the appropriate congressional committees not later than #ae days before providing assistance to a multilateral fund or international institution under this subsection4 7#c7 ,local consultations ,programs1 projects1 and activities supported by assistance provided under this subsection shall require consultations with local communities1 particularly the most vulnerable communities and populations in such communities1 and indigenous peoples in areas in which any programs1 projects1 or activities are planned to engage such communities and peoples through adequate disclosure of information1 public participation1 consultation1 and the free prior and informed consent of such peoples1 including full consideration of the interdependence of vulnerable communities and ecosystems to promote the resilience of local communities4 7g7 ,bilateral assistance 7#a7 ,in general ,except to the extent inconsistent with this subsection1 the administrative authorities under the ,foreign ,assistance ,act of #aifa 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #baea et seq47 shall apply to the implementation of this subsection to the same extent and in the same manner as such authorities apply to the implementation of such ,act in order to provide the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development with the authority to provide assistance to countries1 including the most vulnerable developing countries1 for programs1 projects1 and activities consistent with the purposes described in subsection 7b7 and the policy described in subsection 7e74 7#b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall ensure that-- 7,a7 the environmental impact of proposed programs1 projects1 and activities is assessed through adequate consultation1 public participation1 and disclosure of information2 and 7,b7 programs1 projects1 and activities under this subsection-- 7i7 avoid environmental degradation1 to the maximum extent practicable2 and 7ii7 are aligned1 to the maximum extent practicable1 with broader development1 poverty alleviation1 or natural resource management objectives and initiatives in the recipient country4 7#c7 ,community engagement ,the ,administrator shall seek to ensure that-- 7,a7 local communities1 particularly the most vulnerable communities and populations in areas in which any programs1 projects1 or activities are carried out under this subsection1 are engaged in the design1 implementation1 monitoring1 and evaluation of such programs1 projects1 and activities through disclosure of information1 public participation1 and consultation2 and 7,b7 the needs and interests of the most vulnerable communities and populations are addressed in national or regional climate change adaptation plans4 7#d7 ,consultation and disclosure ,for each country receiving assistance under this subsection1 the ,administrator shall establish a process for consultation with1 and disclosure of information to1 local1 national1 and international stakeholders regarding any programs1 projects1 or activities carried out under this subsection4 7h7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section #b1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbb and each fiscal year thereafter4 #cjb4 ,united ,states contributions to the ,green ,climate ,fund 7a7 ,united ,states contributions ,on behalf of the ,united ,states1 the ,secretary of the ,treasury and the ,secretary of ,state-- 7#a7 shall jointly coordinate contributions to the ,green ,climate ,fund2 and 7#b7 may contribute to the ,green ,climate ,fund1 in addition to the amounts authorized under subsection 7d71 additional amounts from other relevant foreign assistance accounts4 7b7 ,limits on country access ,the ,secretary of the ,treasury shall use the voice1 vote1 and influence of the ,united ,states to ensure that-- 7#a7 the ,fund does not provide more than approximately #ae percent of the resources of the ,fund to any one country2 7#b7 each country that receives amounts from the ,fund submits to the governing body of the ,fund an investment plan that describes how-- 7,a7 energy efficiency or production projects will achieve significant and lasting reductions in national-level greenhouse gas emissions2 and 7,b7 adaptation projects will-- 7i7 provide long-term enhancements to national and food security2 7ii7 protect lives and livelihoods2 7iii7 ensure lasting access to freshwater resources2 or 7iv7 advance public health outcomes2 and 7#c7 in the case of a country that is not classified by the ,world ,bank as having a low-income economy1 provides for not less than #ae percent of the total cost of the plan to be contributed from the public funds of the country4 7c7 ,project and program requirements ,the ,secretary of the ,treasury1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,state1 shall use the voice1 vote1 and influence of the ,united ,states to ensure that support from the ,fund is used exclusively to support the deployment by developing countries of clean energy technologies and the development of projects that improve the resilience capacities and ability of countries to adapt to the effects of climate change1 including1 as appropriate1 through the provision of technical support or support for policy or institutional reforms4 7d7 ,authorization of appropriations ,in addition to the amounts authorized to be appropriated under section #cja7;h71 there are authorized to be appropriated for contributions to the ,green ,climate ,fund-- 7#a7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbb2 7#b7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbc2 7#c7 #b1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 and 7#d7 #b1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7e7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #bdj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary of the ,treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report describing-- 7#a7 the purpose of and progress on each project supported by the ,fund2 and 7#b7 how each such project furthers the investment plan described in subsection 7b77#b7 of each country in which the project is implemented4 #cjc4 ,sense of ,congress on ,united ,states engagements at the ,world ,economic ,forum 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,in #bjbj1 the ,world ,economic ,forum 7referred to in this section as the ,,wef7 in ,davos1 ,switzerland1 put addressing the climate crisis at the top of its agenda4 ,world and business leaders reinforced the need for urgent action to avoid human destruction from the clear and present climate crisis4 7#b7 ,at the #bjbj annual meeting of the ,,wef1 the ,president1 accompanied by the ,secretary of the ,treasury1 delivered a contrarian message1 claiming1 ,to embrace the possibilities of tomorrow1 we must reject the perennial prophets of doom and their predictions of the apocalypse44 7#c7 ,nevertheless1 the ,,wef1 without support from the ,united ,states1 announced climate initiatives on sustainable markets1 reaching carbon neutrality on insurance investment portfolios1 decarbonizing the automotive sector through circular economies1 and transitioning to healthier1 more sustainable food systems4 7#d7 ,the one initiative the ,united ,states did agree to join is the ,trillion ,tree ,campaign1 which aims to grow1 restore1 and conserve #a trillion trees by #bjcj4 7#e7 ,the ,president's dismissal of the threat climate change poses to economic growth and global security has isolated the ,united ,states from the #aag represented countries at the ,,wef that support its climate agenda and are accelerating their national commitments in other international fora to address climate change4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that at the #bjba ,,wef1 or at an appropriate time and venue as early as possible in #bjba-- 7#a7 the ,secretary of ,state should commit to restoring diplomatic engagement and cooperation on mobilizing investment and support for growing the global economy while achieving net zero global greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej2 7#b7 the ,secretary of the ,treasury should announce-- 7,a7 the intention of the ,united ,states ,government to divest from future investment and support for fossil fuel energy and extraction projects in developing countries2 and 7,b7 the establishment of an international clean energy private finance fund to support the development of large-scale renewable energy projects in middle income countries2 7#c7 the ,chief ,executive ,officer of the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation should commit to-- 7,a7 divesting the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation from future fossil fuel energy development and extraction projects2 and 7,b7 investing a significant portion of the annual portfolio of the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation in clean energy development projects2 and 7#d7 the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development should commit to prioritizing building resilience and adaption capacities in the most climate-vulnerable countries4 #cjd4 ,clean energy and the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation 7a7 ,in general ,section #adea of the ,better ,utilization of ,investments ,leading to ,development ,act of #bjah 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #ifga7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7j7 ,clean energy 7#a7 ,report required ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this subsection1 the ,chief ,executive ,officer of the ,corporation shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report-- 7,a7 highlighting the substantial commitment of the ,corporation to invest in renewable and other clean energy technologies2 7,b7 setting forth-- 7i7 a plan to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with projects and subprojects within the ,corporation's portfolio1 as required by paragraph 7#b72 and 7ii7 a plan for facilitating the transition in key global markets from electricity generated from fossil fuel power to clean1 low-cost renewable energy sources1 in a manner that is equitable for workers and communities1 as required by paragraph 7#c72 and 7,c7 detailing the efforts of the ,corporation to reduce all greenhouse gas emissions associated with projects and subprojects within the ,corporation's portfolio1 including a full accounting of the reductions1 achieved in accordance with the plan described in paragraph 7#b74 7#b7 ,plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection1 the ,corporation shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a climate change mitigation plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with projects and subprojects within the ,corporation's portfolio by1 relative to ,october #a1 #bjbj-- 7i7 not less than #fj percent by #bjbe2 and 7ii7 #ajj percent by #bjbh4 7,b7 ,implementation ,the ,corporation shall begin implementation of the plan required by subparagraph 7,a7 not later than #bj days after submitting the plan to the appropriate congressional committees4 7,c7 ,report required ,not later than one year after the date on which the ,corporation begins implementation under subparagraph 7,b7 of the plan required by subparagraph 7,a71 and every #b years thereafter until the ,corporation achieves the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with projects and subprojects within the ,corporation's portfolio by #ajj percent1 the ,corporation shall submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees on the ,corporation's progress and efforts to achieve the greenhouse gas emissions reductions goals of the plan4 7#c7 ,clean electricity transition ,the ,corporation shall seek1 in providing support for projects under title ,,ii1 to facilitate the transition in key global markets from electricity generated from fossil fuel power to clean1 low-cost renewable energy sources1 in a manner that is equitable for workers and communities1 by-- 7,a7 enabling the phase-out of uneconomic coal-fired power plants that are shielded from competition from renewable energy sources by noncompetitive market structures such as long-term contracts and regulated tariffs2 7,b7 using low-cost capital-- 7i7 to refinance existing debt on uneconomic coal-fired power plants2 7ii7 to reinvest in renewable energy sources to replace such plants2 7iii7 to support a just transition to renewable energy for affected workers and communities by generating decent jobs that adhere to international labor standards all along the renewable energy supply chain2 and 7iv7 to support the upgrading of jobs and skills as well as job creation and improved productivity in more labor-intensive industries that offer employment opportunities on a wide scale2 and 7,c7 considering-- 7i7 competitive approaches1 like reverse auctions1 to ensure the best value in investing in renewable energy sources2 and 7ii7 partnering1 as appropriate1 with-- 7,i7 the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development2 and 7,,ii7 the ,department of the ,treasury with respect to efforts by multilateral development banks 7as defined in section #agja7;c7 of the ,international ,financial ,institutions ,act 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bfbr7c7774 4 7b7 ,conforming repeal ,section #gjgi7;b7 of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjaj 7,public ,law #aaa-aag2 #abc ,stat4 #ccif7 is amended by striking comment3 and all that follows and inserting comment44 #cje4 ,consistency in ,united ,states policy on development finance and climate change 7a7 ,sense of congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the strength and credibility of ,united ,states climate policy is undermined when there is a lack of consistency between the policies and practices implemented at the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation and the policies and practices the ,corporation promotes at the international financial institutions4 7b7 ,enhancing ,transparency at multilateral development banks ,the ,secretary of the ,treasury shall instruct the ,united ,states executive director of each international financial institution to use the voice and vote of the ,united ,states to advocate for enhancing transparency by providing sufficient and adequate information to facilitate independent verification of the climate finance reporting of the institution4 7c7 ,policy alignment ,the ,secretary of the ,treasury shall instruct the ,united ,states executive director of each international financial institution to use the voice and vote of the ,united ,states-- 7#a7 to challenge policy-based loans or lending through financial intermediaries that directly or indirectly supports fossil fuels2 and 7#b7 to seek to ensure that all loans1 grants1 policies1 and strategies of the institution are aligned with the objectives of the ,paris ,agreement4 7d7 ,prohibition ,section #adea of the ,better ,utilization of ,investments ,leading to ,development ,act of #bjah 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #ifga71 as amended by section #cjd1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7k7 ,consistency in environmental and social policies ,the ,corporation may not adopt any environmental or social policy that provides less protection for communities and the environment than the level of protection required under title ,,xiii of the ,international ,financial ,institutions ,act 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bfbm et seq474 4 7e7 ,international financial institution defined ,in this section1 the term international financial institution has the meaning given that term in section #agja7;c7 of the ,international ,financial ,institutions ,act 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bfbr7c774 ,,iv ,clean energy diplomacy and international development #dja4 ,energy diplomacy and security within the ,department of ,state 7a7 ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,energy ,resources ,section #a7;c7 of the ,state ,department ,basic ,authorities ,act of #aief 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bfea;a7c77 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraph 7#d7 as paragraph 7#e72 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#c7 the following3 7#d7 ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,energy ,resources 7,a7 ,authorization for ,assistant ,secretary ,subject to the numerical limitation specified in paragraph 7#a71 there is authorized to be established in the ,department of ,state an ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,energy ,resources4 7,b7 ,personnel ,the ,secretary of ,state1 in collaboration with the ,assistant ,secretary of ,state for ,energy ,resources1 and in accordance with the authorization under subparagraph 7,a71 shall ensure that sufficient personnel are dedicated to energy matters within the ,bureau of ,energy ,resources in order-- 7i7 to formulate and implement international policies1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,energy1 as appropriate1 aimed at protecting and advancing ,united ,states energy security interests and international energy development and access to electricity1 in accordance with the ,united ,nation's sustainable development goals in ways that ensure responsible development of global energy resources by effectively managing ,united ,states bilateral and multilateral relations2 7ii7 to ensure that analyses of public health and national security implications of global energy and environmental developments are reflected in the decision-making process within the ,department of ,state2 7iii7 to incorporate energy security and clean energy development priorities into the activities of the ,department related to matters involving global energy development1 accounting for the effects global energy development has on-- 7,i7 ,united ,states national security2 7,,ii7 quality of life and public health of people1 households1 and communities1 particularly vulnerable and underserved populations affected by1 or proximate to1 energy development1 transmission1 and distribution projects2 7,,iii7 ,united ,states economic interests2 7,,iv7 emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to global climate change2 and 7,v7 local and regional land use1 air and water quality1 and risks to public health of communities described in subclause 7,,ii72 7iv7 to coordinate energy activities within the ,department of ,state and with relevant ,federal departments and agencies2 7v7 to work internationally-- 7,i7 to support socially and environmentally responsible development of energy resources that mitigate carbon emissions1 and the distribution of such resources for the benefit of the ,united ,states and ,united ,states allies and trading partners for their energy security1 climate security1 and economic development needs2 7,,ii7 to promote-- 7aa7 the availability of clean energy technologies1 including carbon capture and storage2 7bb7 energy sector innovation2 7cc7 well-functioning global markets for clean energy resources and technologies2 and 7dd7 expertise for the benefit of the ,united ,states and ,united ,states allies and trading partners2 7,,iii7 to resolve international disputes regarding the exploration1 development1 production1 or distribution of energy resources2 7,,iv7 to support the economic1 security1 and commercial interests of ,united ,states persons operating in the energy markets of foreign countries2 and 7,v7 to support and coordinate international efforts-- 7aa7 to alleviate energy poverty2 7bb7 to protect vulnerable1 exploited1 and underserved populations that are affected or displaced by energy development projects2 7cc7 to account for and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from energy development projects2 7dd7 to promote fair labor practices1 labor protections for workers1 and training for and access to good-paying jobs within the clean energy sector2 and 7ee7 to increase access to clean energy for vulnerable and underserved communities2 7vi7 to lead the ,united ,states commitment to the ,extractive ,industries ,transparency ,initiative2 and 7vii7 to coordinate energy security and climate security and other relevant functions within the ,department of ,state undertaken as of the date of the enactment of this paragraph by-- 7,i7 the ,bureau of ,economic and ,business ,affairs2 7,,ii7 the ,bureau of ,oceans and ,international ,environmental and ,scientific ,affairs2 and 7,,iii7 other offices within the ,department of ,state4 4 7b7 ,elimination of authority for ,coordinator for ,international ,energy ,affairs ,section #ica of the ,energy ,independence and ,security ,act of #bjjg 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #agcga7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsections 7a7 and 7b72 and 7#b7 by redesignating subsections 7c7 and 7d7 as subsections 7a7 and 7b71 respectively4 #djb4 ,department of ,state primacy for energy diplomacy 7a7 ,in general ,the ,department of ,state shall have primacy for all ,united ,states diplomatic engagements with regard to international energy affairs4 7b7 ,interagency coordination ,the ,secretary of ,state1 as appropriate1 shall coordinate with and use the technical expertise and resources of the ,department of ,energy1 the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,department of the ,interior1 and other relevant ,federal agencies and departments in the planning and execution of ,united ,states foreign policy goals and objectives related to international energy affairs4 #djc4 ,reports on ,united ,states participation in ,mission ,innovation and the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial 7a7 ,mission ,innovation ,not later than #ij days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,president shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that details the scope and nature of ,united ,states participation in ,mission ,innovation1 including-- 7#a7 who in the ,united ,states ,government serves as the lead for ,mission ,innovation2 7#b7 what objectives the ,united ,states has used ,mission ,innovation to advance2 7#c7 what partnerships the ,united ,states has established through ,mission ,innovation and the date on which any partnerships the ,united ,states brokered were announced2 7#d7 how the ,united ,states has leveraged ,mission ,innovation to engage in technology transfer arrangements with foreign governments2 7#e7 how the ,united ,states has attracted private sector entities to contribute to and participate in ,mission ,innovation2 7#f7 the total amount of funding provided by the ,united ,states ,government to ,mission ,innovation each year since the establishment of ,mission ,innovation2 and 7#g7 the outline of a strategic engagement plan and objectives for delivering new energy technology innovation outcomes through ,mission ,innovation4 7b7 ,clean ,energy ,ministerial ,not later than #ij days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,energy shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that details the scope and nature of ,united ,states participation in the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial1 including-- 7#a7 the number of ,clean ,energy ,ministerial meetings that the ,secretary of ,energy has participated in2 7#b7 the diplomatic objectives1 including with respect to energy technologies and private sector entities1 that the ,united ,states has aimed to promote within the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial2 7#c7 the consensus initiatives1 if any1 among the chiefs of party to the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial that the ,united ,states objected to1 refused to join1 or refrained from contributing to the development of2 and 7#d7 a plan for restoring ,united ,states leadership in using the ,clean ,energy ,ministerial to promote the development and deployment of renewable energy and carbon mitigation technologies from the energy and transportation sectors4 7c7 ,appropriate committees of ,congress ,in this section1 the term appropriate committees of ,congress means-- 7#a7 the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations of the ,senate2 7#b7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,natural ,resources of the ,senate2 7#c7 the ,committee on ,foreign ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7#d7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives4 #djd4 ,reduced deforestation 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,administrator ,except as otherwise expressly provided1 the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development4 7#b7 ,deforestation ,the term deforestation means a change in land use from a forest 7including peatlands7 to any other land use4 7#c7 ,developing country ,the term developing country means a country eligible to receive official development assistance according to the income guidelines of the ,development ,assistance ,committee of the ,organisation for ,economic ,co-operation and ,development4 7#d7 ,emissions reductions ,the term emissions reductions means greenhouse gas emissions reductions achieved from reduced or avoided deforestation under this section4 7#e7 ,forest 7,a7 ,in general ,the term forest means a terrestrial ecosystem1 including wetland forests1 comprised of native tree species generated and maintained primarily through natural ecological and evolutionary processes4 7,b7 ,exclusion ,the term forest does not include plantations1 such as crops of trees planted by humans primarily for the purposes of harvesting4 7#f7 ,forest degradation ,the term forest degradation is any reduction in the carbon stock of a forest due to the effects of human land-use activities1 including such land-use activities on peatlands4 7#g7 ,human rights defender ,the term human rights defender means an individual1 group1 or association that peacefully contributes to the effective elimination of all violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms of peoples and individuals1 including in relation to mass1 flagrant1 or systematic such violations1 such as those resulting from apartheid1 all forms of racial discrimination1 colonialism1 foreign domination or occupation1 aggression or threats to national sovereignty1 national unity1 or territorial integrity1 and the refusal to recognize the right of peoples to self-determination and the right of every people to exercise full sovereignty over its wealth and natural resources4 7#h7 ,intact forest ,the term intact forest means an unbroken expanse of natural ecosystems within the global extent of forest cover that-- 7,a7 covers an area of at least #ejj square kilometers and is at least #aj kilometers in each direction2 and 7,b7 contains forest and non-forest ecosystems minimally influenced by human economic activity and large enough that all native biodiversity1 including viable populations of wide-ranging species1 could be maintained4 7#i7 ,leakage ,the term leakage means the unexpected loss of anticipated carbon benefits due to the displacement of activities in a project area to areas outside the project1 resulting in carbon emissions4 7#aj7 ,leakage prevention activities ,the term leakage prevention activities means activities in developing countries that are directed at preserving existing forest carbon stocks1 including forested wetlands and peatlands that might1 absent such activities1 be lost through leakage4 7#aa7 ,national deforestation reduction activities ,the term national deforestation reduction activities means activities in developing countries that reduce a quantity of greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation that is calculated by measuring actual emissions against a national deforestation baseline established pursuant to subparagraphs 7,b7 and 7,c7 of subsection 7d77#d74 7#ab7 ,subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities ,the term subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities means activities in developing countries that reduce a quantity of greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation and forest degradation that is calculated by measuring actual emissions using an appropriate baseline1 or an alternative determined under subsection 7d77#d77;,b77ii71 established by the ,administrator at the ,state or provincial level4 7b7 ,purposes ,the purposes of this section are to provide ,united ,states assistance to developing countries to develop1 implement1 and improve actions that reduce deforestation and forest degradation or conserve or restore forest ecosystems-- 7#a7 to protect the value of forest ecosystems with respect to permanent carbon capture and sequestration in a manner in which such value is measurable1 reportable1 and verifiable2 and 7#b7 in a manner that-- 7,a7 is consistent with and enhances the implementation of complementary ,united ,states policies that support the good governance of forests1 biodiversity conservation1 and environmentally sustainable development2 7,b7 takes into consideration the views and participation of local communities and most vulnerable communities and populations 7as defined in section #cja7;a771 particularly forest-dependent communities2 and 7,c7 incorporates the right to free prior and informed consent of indigenous peoples4 7c7 ,emissions reductions through reduced deforestation 7#a7 ,establishment of program ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 and the head of any other appropriate agency1 shall establish a program to provide assistance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation in developing countries1 in accordance with this section4 7#b7 ,objectives ,the objectives of the program established under paragraph 7#a7 shall be-- 7,a7 to achieve-- 7i7 emissions reductions of at least #g1jjj1jjj1jjj tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in #bjbe2 7ii7 cumulative emissions reductions of at least #aa1jjj1jjj1jjj tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by ,december #ca1 #bjcj2 and 7iii7 additional emissions reductions in subsequent years2 7,b7 to build capacity to reduce deforestation at a national level in developing countries experiencing deforestation1 which may include-- 7i7 preparing developing countries to participate in international markets for international offset credits for reduced emissions from deforestation2 and 7ii7 supporting the development of domestic policy frameworks to ensure effective1 efficient1 and equitable benefit-sharing of the proceeds of such credits issued by national and subnational governments2 7,c7 to preserve forest carbon stocks in countries where such forest carbon may be vulnerable to leakage1 particularly in developing countries with largely intact native forests2 7,d7 to build the scientific knowledge and institutional capacity to help developing countries-- 7i7 monitor the effects of climate change on their forests2 7ii7 develop and implement strategies to conserve their forests2 and 7iii7 support forest-dependent communities adapt to climate change2 and 7,e7 to the extent practicable1 to reduce deforestation in ways that reduce the vulnerability and increase the resilience to climate effects for forests and forest-dependent communities4 7d7 ,requirements for international deforestation reduction program 7#a7 ,eligible countries 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 the ,administrator may provide assistance under this section only with respect to a developing country that-- 7i7 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency and the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 determines-- 7,i7 is experiencing deforestation or forest degradation2 or 7,,ii7 has standing forest carbon stocks that may be at risk of deforestation or degradation2 7ii7 has the legal regimes1 standards1 and safeguards to ensure that the rights and interests of indigenous peoples and forest-dependent communities are protected in accordance with the standards established under paragraph 7#d72 and 7iii7 has entered into a bilateral or multilateral agreement or arrangement with the ,united ,states1 or is part of an international program supported by the ,united ,states to prevent deforestation1 that establishes the conditions of participation by the country in the program established under this section1 which shall include an agreement to meet the standards established under paragraph 7#d7 for the activities to which such standards apply4 7,b7 ,exception ,a developing country that does not meet the requirement described in paragraph 7#a77;,a77ii7 may receive assistance under this section for the purpose of building capacity to meet such requirement4 7#b7 ,authorized activities ,subject to the requirements of this section1 in providing assistance under this section1 the ,administrator may support activities to achieve the objectives described in subsection 7c77#b71 including activities such as-- 7,a7 national deforestation reduction activities2 7,b7 subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities1 including pilot activities1 policies1 and measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and are subject to significant uncertainty2 7,c7 activities to measure1 monitor1 and verify deforestation1 avoided deforestation1 and rates of deforestation1 including1 if applicable1 spatially explicit land use plans that identify intact and primary forest areas and managed forest areas2 7,d7 leakage prevention activities2 7,e7 the development and implementation of measurement1 monitoring1 reporting1 and verification capacities and governance structures1 including legal regimes1 standards1 processes1 and safeguards1 as established under paragraph 7#d71 to enable a country to quantify emissions reductions for purposes of purchasing or trading subnational emissions reduction credits in carbon markets2 7,f7 the identification of1 and actions to address1 the drivers of land use emissions2 7,g7 programs that would exclude from the ,united ,states illegally harvested timber or products made from illegally harvested timber1 in accordance with and consistent with the objectives of the ,lacey ,act ,amendments of #aiha 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #ccga et seq472 7,h7 the development and strengthening of governance capacities to reduce deforestation and other land use emissions and to combat illegal logging and associated trade1 including the development of systems for independent monitoring of the efficacy of forest law enforcement and increased enforcement cooperation1 including joint efforts with ,federal agencies1 to enforce the ,lacey ,act ,amendments of #aiha 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #ccga et seq472 7,i7 the provision of incentives for policy reforms to achieve the objectives described in subsection 7c77#b72 7,j7 the development of pilot projects-- 7i7 to examine where mitigation and adaptation activities in forest ecosystems coincide2 and 7ii7 to explore means for enhancing the resilience of forest ecosystems and forest-dependent communities2 7,k7 the promotion of mechanisms to deliver resources for local action and to address the needs1 rights1 interests1 and participation of local and indigenous communities2 and 7,l7 monitoring and evaluation of the results of the activities conducted under this section4 7#c7 ,mechanisms ,the ,administrator shall apply the administrative authorities under the ,foreign ,assistance ,act of #aifa 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #baea et seq471 except to the extent inconsistent with the provisions of this section1 to the same extent and in the same manner as such authorities apply to the implementation of such ,act in order to support activities to achieve the objectives described in subsection 7c77#b7 by-- 7,a7 developing and implementing programs and project-level activities that achieve such objectives2 7,b7 to the extent practicable1 giving priority in any review process to activities under paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7,c7 as appropriate1 considering multi-year funding arrangements in carrying out the purposes of this section4 7#d7 ,standards ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency and the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 shall establish program standards that-- 7,a7 ensure that emissions reductions achieved through supported activities-- 7i7 are additional1 measurable1 verifiable1 and monitored2 7ii7 account for leakage1 uncertainty1 and permanence2 and 7iii7 at a minimum1 meet the standards established under the emissions unit criteria of the ,carbon ,offsetting and ,reduction ,scheme for ,international ,aviation 7,,corsia7 developed by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization 7,,icao72 7,b7 require-- 7i7 the establishment of a national deforestation baseline for each country with national deforestation reduction activities that is used to account for reductions achieved from such activities2 or 7ii7 if a developing country has established policies and taken measures to reduce emissions from disturbed peatlands1 deforestation1 or forest degradation1 but has not established a national baseline1 the provision of a credible1 transparent1 accurate1 and conservative alternative for quantifying emissions2 7,c7 provide that each national deforestation baseline established under subparagraph 7,b77i7-- 7i7 is national1 or subnational on an interim basis1 in scope2 7ii7 is consistent with nationally appropriate mitigation commitments or actions with respect to deforestation1 taking into consideration-- 7,i7 the average annual historical deforestation rates of the country during a period of at least #e years2 and 7,,ii7 the applicable drivers of deforestation and other factors to ensure additionality2 7iii7 establishes a trajectory that would result in zero net deforestation by not later than #bj years after the date on which the baseline is established2 7iv7 is adjusted over time to account for changing national circumstances2 and 7v7 is designed to account for all significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation in the country2 7,d7 with respect to assistance provided for activities described in subparagraph 7,a7 or 7,b7 of paragraph 7#b71 require emissions reductions to be achieved and verified before the provision of any assistance under this section2 7,e7 with respect to accounting for subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities that lack the standardized or precise measurement and monitoring techniques needed for a full accounting of changes in emissions or baselines1 or are subject to other sources of uncertainty1 apply a conservative discount factor to reflect the uncertainty regarding the levels of reductions achieved2 7,f7 ensure that activities under this section are designed1 carried out1 and managed-- 7i7 using forest management practices that1 in an open and transparent process-- 7,i7 improve the livelihoods of forest communities in a manner that promotes the maintenance of intact forests1 protects associated biodiversity1 and restores native forest species and ecosystems while avoiding the introduction of invasive nonnative species2 7,,ii7 maintain natural biodiversity1 resilience1 and carbon storage capacity of forests2 7,,iii7 to the extent practicable1 do not adversely affect the permanence of forest carbon stocks or emissions reductions2 7,,iv7 include broad stakeholder participation and the free prior and informed consent of affected indigenous peoples2 and 7,v7 take into account the needs and interests of local communities1 forest-dependent communities1 indigenous peoples1 and vulnerable social groups2 7ii7 in consultation with1 and with the full and effective participation of1 local communities1 indigenous peoples1 and forest-dependent communities in affected areas1 as partners and primary stakeholders1 before and during the design1 planning1 implementation1 monitoring1 and evaluation of activities2 and 7iii7 with equitable sharing of profits and benefits derived from the activities with local communities1 indigenous peoples1 and forest-dependent communities2 and 7,g7 with respect to assistance for all activities under this section1 seek to ensure the establishment and enforcement of legal regimes1 standards1 processes1 and safeguards by the country in which the activities are conducted1 as a condition of such assistance or as a proposed activity for which such assistance may be provided1 which-- 7i7 protect the rights and interests of local communities1 indigenous peoples1 forest-dependent communities1 human rights defenders1 and vulnerable social groups2 7ii7 promote consultations with local communities1 indigenous peoples1 and forest-dependent communities in affected areas1 as partners and primary stakeholders1 before and during the design1 planning1 implementation1 monitoring1 and evaluation of activities under this section2 and 7iii7 ensure equitable sharing of profits and benefits from incentives for emissions reductions or leakage prevention with local communities1 indigenous peoples1 and forest-dependent communities4 7#e7 ,scope 7,a7 ,reduced emissions ,the ,administrator shall include reduced emissions from forest degradation and disturbance of peatlands within the scope of activities under this section4 7,b7 ,expansion of authorized activities ,if the ,administrator determines1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency and the ,secretary of ,agriculture1 that sufficient methodologies and technical capacities exist to measure1 monitor1 and account for the emissions referred to in subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator may expand the authorized activities under this section1 as appropriate1 to include reduced soil carbon-derived emissions associated with deforestation and degradation of forested wetlands and peatlands1 consistent with a comprehensive approach to maintaining and enhancing forests1 increasing climate resiliency1 reducing emissions1 and increasing removals of greenhouse gases4 7#f7 ,accounting ,the ,administrator shall use a publicly accessible registry to account for and register the emissions reductions achieved through assistance provided under this section each year1 after appropriately discounting for uncertainty and other relevant factors as required by the standards established under paragraph 7#d74 7#g7 ,international deforestation reduction program insurance account for noncompletion or reversal ,in furtherance of the objectives described in subsection 7c77#b71 the ,administrator shall develop and implement a program that-- 7,a7 addresses noncompletion or reversal with respect to any greenhouse gas emissions that were not1 or are no longer1 sequestered2 and 7,b7 may include a mechanism to hold in reserve a portion of the amount allocated for projects to support the program4 7#h7 ,extension of assistance 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may extend1 for an additional #e years1 the period during which assistance is authorized for activities supported by assistance under this section1 if the ,administrator determines that-- 7i7 the country in which the activities are conducted is making substantial progress toward adopting and implementing a program to achieve reductions in deforestation measured against a national baseline2 7ii7 the greenhouse gas emissions reductions achieved as a result of the activities are not resulting in significant leakage2 7iii7 such greenhouse gas emissions reductions are being appropriately discounted to account for any leakage that is occurring2 and 7iv7 such extension would further advance or ensure achievement of the objectives of the activities4 7,b7 ,assistance for subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities 7i7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator extends the period during which assistance is authorized for activities under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall determine1 based on the criteria specified that subparagraph1 whether such assistance should include assistance for subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities4 7ii7 ,continued assistance ,the ,administrator may extend the period during which assistance is authorized for subnational deforestation and forest degradation reduction activities beyond the #e-year period described in subparagraph 7,a7 in order to further the objectives described in subparagraph 7,b7 or 7,c7 of subsection 7c77#b74 7#i7 ,coordination with foreign assistance ,subject to the direction of the ,president1 the ,administrator shall1 to the extent practicable and consistent with the objectives described in subsection 7c77#b71 seek to align activities under this section with broader development1 poverty alleviation1 or natural resource management objectives and initiatives in countries receiving assistance under this section4 7#aj7 ,assistance as supplement ,the provision of assistance for activities under this section shall be used to supplement1 and not to supplant1 any other ,federal1 ,state1 or local support available to carry out activities under this section4 7#aa7 ,funding limitation ,of the funds made available to carry out this section in any fiscal year1 not more than #g percent may be used for the administrative expenses of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development in support of activities described in paragraph 7#b74 ,such amount shall be in addition to other amounts otherwise available for such purposes4 7#ab7 ,indonesia ,not less than #aj percent of the funds made available in any fiscal year to carry out this section shall be used for activities described in paragraph 7#b7 in ,indonesia4 7e7 ,legal effect 7#a7 ,in general ,nothing in this section may be construed to supersede1 limit1 or otherwise affect any restriction imposed by ,federal law 7including regulations7 on any interaction between an entity located in the ,united ,states and an entity located in a foreign country4 7#b7 ,role of the ,secretary of ,state ,nothing in this section may be construed to affect the role of the ,secretary of ,state or the responsibilities of the ,secretary under section #fbb7;c7 of the ,foreign ,assistance ,act of #aifa 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bchb7;c774 7f7 ,international financial institutions ,the ,president shall direct the ,united ,states representatives to the ,world ,bank1 the ,international ,monetary ,fund1 and other international financial institutions 7as defined in section #agja7;c7 of the ,international ,financial ,institutions ,act 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bfbr7c777 to prioritize efforts to combat deforestation4 ,v ,bilateral and ,regional ,multilateral ,climate ,diplomacy and ,cooperation #eja4 ,north ,american ,strategy 7a7 ,in general ,the ,president shall develop a strategy to seek opportunities for trilateral cooperation between the ,united ,states1 ,mexico1 and ,canada-- 7#a7 to support increased ambition on reducing greenhouse gas emissions among these countries2 and 7#b7 to advance collaboration on the development and promotion of shared climate action goals and interests within multilateral bodies and conferences1 including aligning1 to the extent possible1 the voices1 votes1 and influence1 consistent with the broad foreign policy goals of the ,united ,states1 to address issues related to climate change and clean energy development4 7b7 ,elements and priorities ,the strategy described in subsection 7a7 shall include efforts-- 7#a7 to ensure that potential projects and investments pursued under the ,united ,states-,mexico-,canada ,agreement-- 7,a7 are compatible with long-term climate goals and the collective targets established under the ,paris ,agreement2 and 7,b7 meet all environmental and social responsibility standards required under the ,,usmca2 7#b7 to explore shared and common interests and cooperative actions to promote clean energy development1 climate security1 and climate change mitigation strategies within institutions 7such as the ,,unfccc1 the ,montreal ,protocol1 the ,green ,climate ,fund1 the ,group of ,twenty and the ,united ,nations7 with programs1 initiatives and actions to address the climate crisis that may include-- 7,a7 providing support in developing mid-century low-carbon strategies2 7,b7 extending coal finance restrictions to coal mining operations2 and 7,c7 strengthening and expanding carbon pricing by-- 7i7 considering the cost of carbon in long-term decision making2 7ii7 supporting the development of national or subnational systems2 7iii7 sharing technical expertise2 and 7iv7 making efforts to align pricing instruments where feasible2 7#c7 to commit to a methane reduction goal and cooperate to reduce black carbon and to recommit to the formal agreement reached at the ,june #bjaf ,north ,american ,leaders ,summit in ,ottawa to reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas sector by #dj to #de percent by #bjbe1 and to work to develop a new1 more ambitious target for #bjcj2 7#d7 to develop and implement a ,north ,american strategy for sustainable transportation-- 7,a7 to encourage ,state and provincial leaders to negotiate interstate and interprovincial sustainable transportation agreements between ,mexican1 ,american1 and ,canadian jurisdictions2 7,b7 to expand the ,west ,coast ,electric ,highway between ,canada1 the ,united ,states1 and ,mexico2 and 7,c7 to work with automakers to standardize charging infrastructure2 7#e7 to develop and implement coordinated forest and land use strategies to further contribute to emissions mitigation through the adoption of practices and policies that increase carbon sequestration in new and existing forests and reduce emissions from forest conversion to other land uses2 7#f7 to strengthen resilience and equity among low-income and indigenous communities2 and 7#g7 to engage international partners in an existing multilateral forum or1 if necessary1 establish a new multilateral forum to improve global cooperation by-- 7,a7 encouraging the adoption of an emissions reduction target by the ,international ,maritime ,organization2 and 7,b7 collaborating with the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization to establish a market-based measure to reduce aviation emissions4 #ejb4 ,accountability and cooperation with ,china ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 successful mitigation of global greenhouse gas emissions to sufficiently avoid the worst forecasted effects of climate change requires global cooperation and coordination of efforts2 7#b7 all other countries look towards the ,united ,states and ,china1 as the world's largest emitters and largest economies1 for leadership by example to effectively mitigate greenhouse gas emissions1 develop and deploy energy generation technologies1 and integrate sustainable adaptation solutions to the inevitable effects of climate change2 7#c7 given the volume of ,china's greenhouse gas emissions and the scientific imperative to swiftly reduce global greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero emissions around #bjej1 ,china should-- 7,a7 revise its long-term pledge2 7,b7 seek to immediately peak its emissions2 7,c7 begin reducing its greenhouse gas emissions significantly to meet a more ambitious long-term #bjej reductions target2 and 7,d7 update its nationally determined contribution along a trajectory that aligns with achieving a more ambitious net-zero by #bjej emissions target2 7#d7 it is in the ,united ,states national interest to prioritize climate change in its bilateral engagement with ,china1 as global climate risks cannot be mitigated without a significant reduction in ,chinese domestic and overseas emissions2 7#e7 the ,united ,states and ,china1 to the extent practicable1 should coordinate on making and delivering ambitious pledges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions1 with aspirations towards achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej2 7#f7 the ,united ,states and its allies should work together1 using diplomatic and economic tools1 to hold ,china accountable for any failure by ,china-- 7,a7 to increase ambition in its #bjcj nationally determined contribution1 in line with net zero greenhouse gas emissions by #bjej before the #bfth ,conference of the ,parties to the ,,unfccc scheduled for ,november #bjba and meeting a more ambitious nationally determined contribution2 7,b7 to work faithfully to uphold the principles1 goals1 and rules of the ,paris ,agreement2 7,c7 to avoid and prohibit efforts to undermine or devolve the ,paris ,agreement's rule or underlying framework1 particularly within areas of accountability transparency1 and shared responsibility among all parties2 7,d7 to eliminate greenhouse gas intensive projects from ,china's ,belt and ,road ,initiative and other overseas investments1 including-- 7i7 working with allies and partners of the ,united ,states to eliminate support for coal power production projects in ,china's ,belt and ,road ,initiative2 7ii7 providing financing and project support for cleaner and less risky alternatives2 and 7iii7 undertaking parallel initiatives to enhance capacity building programs and overseas sustainable investment criteria1 including in areas such as integrated energy planning1 power sector reform1 just transition1 distributed generation1 procurement1 transparency1 and standards to support low-emissions growth in developing countries2 and 7,e7 to phase out existing coal power plants and reduce net coal power production2 7#g7 the ,united ,states should pursue confidence-building opportunities for the ,united ,states and ,china to undertake parallel initiatives on clean energy research1 development1 finance1 and deployment1 including through economic and stimulus measures with clear1 mutually agreed upon rules and policies to protect intellectual property1 ensure equitable1 nonpunitive provision of support1 and verify implementation1 which would provide catalytic progress towards delivering a global clean energy transformation that benefits all people2 and 7#h7 the ,united ,states should pursue cooperative initiatives to shift toward the import and consummation of forest and agricultural commodities that are produced in a manner that does not contribute to deforestation4 #ejc4 ,united ,states and ,european ,union cooperation on climate finance for developing countries 7a7 ,purpose ,the purpose of this section is-- 7#a7 to restore the historic alliance between the ,united ,states and countries of the ,european ,union on climate action2 and 7#b7 to renew the ,united ,states commitment to advancing global cooperation on addressing climate change and achieving the goals of the ,paris ,agreement4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress regarding the ,united ,states-,european ,union ,security and ,development ,dialogue ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,united ,states should restart the ,united ,states-,european ,union ,security and ,development ,dialogue to focus specifically on climate action1 climate security1 and clean energy cooperation1 including-- 7#a7 partnering and formulating strategies to counter efforts to weaken or change critical elements of the implementation of the ,paris ,agreement that would disadvantage the ,united ,states or the ,european ,union2 7#b7 building coalitions of like-minded parties committed to achieving large reductions in greenhouse gas emissions under the ,paris ,agreement and putting pressure on all parties to do the same2 7#c7 coordination on joint strategies to promote climate action by the ,people's ,republic of ,china1 and deter ,chinese domestic and international investment in high carbon infrastructure2 7#d7 finding opportunities to engage and facilitate private sector collaboration regarding clean energy and innovations on greenhouse gas emissions reductions2 7#e7 exploring the creation of ,united ,states-,european ,union clean energy and climate adaptation1 development1 and finance mechanisms to support and leverage private sector investment in projects and activities to improve developing countries' resilience capacities1 ability to adapt and thrive in the face of the effects of climate change and clean energy development2 7#f7 scientific research1 modeling1 forecasting1 and data collaboration to improve global understanding and preparation for the compounding effects of climate change2 and 7#g7 intelligence sharing4 7c7 ,development ,finance ,cooperation 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,president should seek opportunities to partner with ,european ,development ,finance ,institutions to develop financing tools based on shared development finance criteria and mechanisms to support investments in developing countries that support low carbon economic development and promote climate change resiliency and adaptation4 7#b7 ,partnership fund ,the ,chief ,executive ,officer of the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation should partner with the ,european ,bank for ,reconstruction and ,development to create a fund or multilateral financing mechanism to support clean energy development and climate change adaptation and resilience activities in developing countries4 7#c7 ,response to the ,people's ,republic of ,china's ,belt and ,road ,initiative ,the ,president shall work with ,european counterparts to establish a formal ,united ,states-,european ,commission ,working ,group to develop a comprehensive strategy to respond to the ,belt and ,road ,initiative established by the ,government of the ,people's ,republic of ,china4 ,united ,states participants in this proposed working group shall seek to integrate existing efforts into the strategy1 including-- 7,a7 the ,european ,union ,strategy on ,connecting ,europe and ,asia2 7,b7 the ,three ,seas ,initiative2 7,c7 the ,blue ,dot ,network among the ,united ,states1 ,japan1 and ,australia2 7,d7 a ,european ,union-,japan initiative that has leveraged #fe1jjj1jjj1jjj for infrastructure projects and emphasizes transparency standards2 and 7,e7 efforts to address the ,government of the ,people's ,republic of ,china's use of the ,united ,nations to advance the ,belt and ,road ,initiative1 including the proliferation of memoranda of understanding between the ,people's ,republic of ,china and ,united ,nations funds and programs on the implementation of the ,belt and ,road ,initiative4 7#d7 ,co-financing of infrastructure projects 7,a7 ,authorization of appropriations ,subject to subparagraph 7,b71 there are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to co-finance infrastructure projects that could otherwise be included within ,china's ,belt and ,road ,initiative4 7,b7 ,conditions ,amounts appropriated pursuant to subparagraph 7,a7 may not be expended unless-- 7i7 the ,united ,states can leverage existing and future projects that have entered into contracts with the ,belt and ,road ,initiative to further promote transparency and debt sustainability2 and 7ii7 the projects to be financed-- 7,i7 promote the public good2 7,,ii7 will not promote the use of fossil fuels2 and 7,,iii7 will have substantially lower greenhouse gas intensity than the proposed ,belt and ,road ,initiative alternative4 7d7 ,support for ,eastern ,european ,democracy ,act ,section #b of the ,support for ,eastern ,european ,democracy ,act 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #edja7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b77#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,h71 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,i71 by adding and at the end2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,j7 helping workers and communities in countries most dependent on fossil fuel energy that may be vulnerable to socioeconomic changes due to the ,european ,union's transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7c71 by adding at the end the following3 7#bf7 ,just transition assistance ,assistance to support workers and communities in countries most dependent on fossil fuel energy and most vulnerable to socioeconomic changes due to the ,european ,union's transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions4 4 #ejd4 ,sense of ,congress on clean energy cooperation with ,india ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,united ,states should support efforts to strengthen ,india's resilience capacities that ensure people1 households1 communities1 institutions1 and systems can assess1 anticipate1 prevent1 adapt to1 cope with1 and recover from shocks and stresses associated with the effects of climate change2 7#b7 the ,united ,states1 through the ,bureau of ,energy ,resources of the ,department of ,state1 the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation1 the ,department of ,energy1 the ,export-,import ,bank of the ,united ,states1 and the ,international ,trade ,administration1 should encourage private sector investment in1 and financing for1 the development and deployment of clean energy and climate mitigation technologies in ,india2 7#c7 robust cooperation between the ,united ,states and ,india to develop and deploy clean energy technologies1 including private sector cooperation1 should be a top bilateral energy diplomacy priority and the top priority in the countries' energy diplomacy and should include-- 7,a7 clean energy2 7,b7 electric vehicles and expansive charging station networks2 7,c7 next-generation refrigeration equipment and refrigerants2 and 7,d7 other technologies and chemicals that are in the interest of ,united ,states industry leaders in the refrigeration and chemical coolant industries that are compliant with the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,montreal ,protocol2 7#d7 the collaboration between the ,united ,states and ,india on the development and deployment of clean energy technologies has resulted in innovative new technologies that have helped significantly lower the carbon emissions of the power sector in ,india2 and 7#e7 since demand for energy in ,india will increase with the expansion of the economy and middle class of ,india1 it is in the interest of ,united ,states national security and global security for the ,united ,states to support ,india in growing the energy sector of ,india in environmentally and socially responsible ways that mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and improve the climate security of ,india4 #eje4 ,power ,africa ,the ,electrify ,africa ,act of #bjae 7,public ,law #aad-aba2 #bb ,u4,s4,c4 #bbic note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in section #c-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#b71 by inserting mitigate and lower carbon emissions from energy production1 after development12 7,b7 in paragraph 7#g71 by adding and at the end2 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#h72 and 7,d7 by redesignating paragraph 7#i7 as paragraph 7#h72 7#b7 in section #d-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7i7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking an appropriate mix of power solutions to provide access to sufficient reliable1 affordable1 and sustainable power in order to reduce poverty and inserting power solutions to provide access to sufficient1 reliable1 affordable1 and sustainable power in order to reduce poverty and energy sector carbon emissions2 and 7ii7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking and technological and inserting 1 advances a country's mitigation commitments 7or conditional mitigation commitments7 in accordance with a country's nationally determined contribution1 and supports technological2 and 7,b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7i7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,i7 in subparagraph 7,f71 by striking and at the end2 7,,ii7 in subparagraph 7,g71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,,iii7 by adding at the end the following3 7,h7 reduce carbon emissions from the energy sector4 2 and 7ii7 in paragraph 7#d71 by striking the use of a broad power mix1 including fossil fuel and2 7#c7 in section #e-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7i7 in paragraph 7#f71 by striking and at the end2 7ii7 by redesignating paragraph 7#g7 as paragraph 7#h72 and 7iii7 by inserting after paragraph 7#f7 the following3 7#g7 deploying renewable energy2 and 2 and 7,b7 by amending subsection 7d7 to read as follows3 7d7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated #gej1jjj1jjj for each of the fiscal years #bjba1 #bjbb1 #bjbc1 #bjbd1 and #bjbe to provide assistance in accordance with subsection 7a7 and section #c4 2 7#d7 in section #g7;a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by inserting and every #b years thereafter1 after ,act12 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking power generation each place such term appears and inserting renewable energy generation2 and 7#e7 by adding at the end the following3 #h4 ,coordinator for ,power ,africa 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of the enactment of the ,united ,states ,climate ,leadership in ,international ,mitigation1 ,adaptation1 and ,technology ,enhancement ,act of #bjba1 the ,administrator for the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 under the direction of the ,secretary of ,state1 shall appoint a ,coordinator for ,power ,africa1 who shall serve in the ,bureau ,economic ,growth1 ,education1 and the ,environment of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development4 7b7 ,duties ,the ,coordinator for ,power ,africa shall-- 7#a7 be primarily located at a mission in sub-,saharan ,africa2 7#b7 lead-- 7,a7 the execution of the ,power ,africa ,initiative in accordance with the purpose and policies set forth in sections #b and #c2 and 7,b7 the development and execution of the strategy established under section #d2 7#c7 coordinate the ,interagency ,working ,group established under section #d7;c72 7#d7 manage the funding appropriated for the ,power ,africa ,initiative by ,congress2 and 7#e7 execute the directives described in sections #e and #f4 4 #ejf4 ,caribbean ,energy ,initiative 7a7 ,findings ,congress makes the following findings3 7#a7 ,the countries of the ,caribbean are heavily reliant upon imported oil to provide for approximately #ij percent of their energy production4 7#b7 ,the level of dependence is even higher including-- 7,a7 ,jamaica1 which relies on oil for #ie4i percent of its electricity2 7,b7 ,barbados1 which relies on oil for #if percent of its electricity2 7,c7 ,the ,virgin ,islands1 which relies on oil for nearly #ajj percent of its electricity2 and 7,d7 ,st4 ,lucia1 which relies on oil for #ajj percent of its electricity4 7#c7 ,overreliance on imported fossil fuels has had a detrimental effect on economic development1 growth1 and competitiveness in the ,caribbean4 7#d7 ,since #aigj1 more than #hj percent of ,caribbean coral reefs have been lost due to coastal development and pollution4 ,soot particulates and climate change caused by burning fossil fuels have seriously damaged coral reefs1 which are a significant source of tourism dollars1 fishing1 biodiversity1 and natural beauty4 7#e7 ,air pollution caused by burning oil for electricity-- 7,a7 has serious health impacts in the form of higher rates of asthma and other lung ailments2 and 7,b7 can also exacerbate climate change4 7#f7 ,the ,caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to sea level rise and stronger storms4 7#g7 ,between #bjje and #bjah1 the dependence of the countries of the ,caribbean on oil was perpetuated by the ,venezuelan-led ,petrocaribe oil alliance1 which-- 7,a7 offered preferential terms for oil sales2 and 7,b7 supplies some countries with up to #dj percent of their energy production needs4 7#h7 ,the ongoing domestic economic crisis and political turmoil in ,venezuela has forced the ,government of ,venezuela to retract its commitments to the ,petrocaribe oil alliance and step away as a regional power4 ,only ,cuba still receives preferential ,petrocaribe pricing on fuel exports from ,venezuela1 while other ,petrocaribe member countries are experiencing a destabilized flow of oil4 7#i7 ,china has spent more than #bdd1jjj1jjj1jjj on energy projects worldwide since #bjjj1 #be percent of which was spent in ,latin ,america and the ,caribbean4 ,although the majority of this spending was for oil1 gas1 and coal1 ,china has also been the largest investor in clean energy globally for almost a decade4 7#aj7 ,the ,world ,bank estimates that the ,caribbean will need #ab1jjj1jjj1jjj in power investments through #bjce4 7#aa7 ,renewable energy technology costs have decreased dramatically in recent years1 offering a more viable economic alternative for energy production4 ,solar energy prices have fallen by #hj percent since #bjjh1 causing significant market growth1 and according to data released by the ,international ,renewable ,energy ,agency1 #a_/c of global power capacity is based in renewable energy4 7#ab7 ,in #bjaf1 the ,international ,monetary ,fund estimated that transportation accounted for #cf percent of the total primary energy consumed in the ,caribbean subregion4 7#ac7 ,according to the ,united ,nations ,environment ,programme1 ,latin ,america and the ,caribbean could achieve annual savings of #fba1jjj1jjj1jjj and a reduction of #a1ajj1jjj1jjj tons of ,,co#b by #bjej if the region's energy and transport sectors reach net zero emissions4 7#ad7 ,the ,caribbean has an abundance of onshore and offshore resources needed for renewable energy1 including sun1 wind1 geothermal1 and some hydropower production capacity4 7#ae7 ,the ,united ,states ,government is deeply engaged in providing technical and policy assistance to countries of the ,caribbean on energy issues through-- 7,a7 the ,energy and ,climate ,partnership of the ,americas2 7,b7 ,connecting the ,americas #bjbb2 and 7,c7 bilateral assistance programs4 7#af7 ,on ,february #ai1 #bjad1 at the ,north ,american ,leaders' ,summit1 ,president ,barack ,obama1 ,prime ,minister ,stephen ,harper of ,canada1 and ,president ,enrique ,pea ,nieto of ,mexico reaffirmed their commitment to bring affordable1 reliable1 and increasingly renewable power to the ,caribbean1 while opening wider markets for clean energy and green technology4 7#ag7 ,on ,june #ai1 #bjae1 ,president ,barack ,obama announced the ,caribbean ,energy ,security ,initiative1 which would partner with individual countries-- 7,a7 to transform its energy sector2 7,b7 to work to increase access to finance1 good governance1 and diversification2 and 7,c7 to maximize the impact of existing donor effects4 7#ah7 ,on ,may #d1 #bjaf1 at the ,united ,states-,caribbean-,central ,american ,energy ,summit1 the energy security task force formally launched the ,caribbean ,sustainable ,energy ,roadmap and ,strategy 7,c-,,serms7 as a mechanism to manage regional coordination and action on energy security and agreed to expand the regional market and transmission system4 7#ai7 ,the ,united ,states has an important opportunity-- 7,a7 to deepen this engagement2 7,b7 to work as a partner with ,caribbean countries on a more regional and coordinated basis2 7,c7 to help ease the region's dependence on imported oil2 and 7,d7 to promote affordable alternative sources of energy4 7b7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,caribbean countries ,the term ,caribbean countries means countries in the ,caribbean region1 but does not including ,cuba or ,venezuela4 7#b7 ,caribbean governments ,the term ,caribbean governments means the national governments of the ,caribbean countries4 7c7 ,policy ,it is the policy of the ,united ,states to help ,caribbean countries-- 7#a7 achieve greater energy security and improve domestic energy resource mobilization2 7#b7 lower their dependence on imported fuels2 7#c7 eliminate the use of diesel1 heavy fuel oil1 other petroleum products1 and coal for the generation of electricity2 7#d7 increase production of renewable energy2 and 7#e7 meet the greenhouse gas mitigation goals of their national determined contributions to the ,paris ,agreement4 7d7 ,strategy 7#a7 ,submission ,not later than #abj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,state shall submit a multi-year strategy to the ,committee on ,foreign ,relations of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,foreign ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives that describes how the ,department of ,state will promote regional cooperation with ,caribbean countries-- 7,a7 to lower dependence on imported fuels1 grow domestic clean energy production in the region1 strengthen regional energy security1 and lower energy sector greenhouse gas emissions2 7,b7 to decrease dependence on oil in the transportation sector2 7,c7 to increase energy efficiency1 energy conservation1 and investment in alternatives to imported fuels2 7,d7 to improve grid reliability and modernize electricity transmission networks2 7,e7 to advance deployment of innovative solutions to expand community and individuals' access to electricity2 7,f7 to help reform energy markets to encourage good regulatory governance and to promote a climate of private sector investment2 and 7,g7 to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from the energy and transportation sector4 7#b7 ,elements ,the strategy required under subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7,a7 a thorough review and inventory of ,united ,states ,government activities that are being carried out bilaterally1 regionally1 and in coordination with multilateral institutions-- 7i7 to promote energy and climate security in the ,caribbean region2 and 7ii7 to reduce the region's reliance on oil for electricity generation2 7,b7 opportunities for marshaling regional cooperation-- 7i7 to overcome market barriers resulting from the small size of ,caribbean energy markets2 7ii7 to address the high transportation and infrastructure costs faced by ,caribbean countries2 7iii7 to ensure greater donor coordination between governments1 multilateral institutions1 multilateral banks1 and private investors2 and 7iv7 to expand regional financing opportunities to allow for lower cost energy entrepreneurship2 7,c7 measures to ensure that each ,caribbean government has-- 7i7 an independent utility regulator or equivalent2 7ii7 affordable access by third-party investors to its electrical grid with minimal regulatory interference2 7iii7 effective energy efficiency and energy conservation2 7iv7 programs to address technical and nontechnical issues2 7v7 a plan to eliminate major market distortions2 7vi7 cost-reflective tariffs2 and 7vii7 no tariffs or other taxes on clean energy solutions2 and 7,d7 recommendations for how ,united ,states policy1 technical1 and economic assistance can be used in the ,caribbean region-- 7i7 to advance renewable energy development and the incorporation of renewable technologies into existing energy grids and the development and deployment of micro-grids where appropriate and feasible to boost energy security and reliability1 particularly to underserved communities2 7ii7 to increase the generation of clean energy sufficiently to replace and allow for the retirement of obsolete fossil fuel energy generation units in ,caribbean countries2 7iii7 to create regional financing opportunities to allow for lower cost energy entrepreneurship2 7iv7 to deploy transaction advisors in the region to help attract private investment and break down any market or regulatory barriers2 and 7v7 to establish a mechanism for each host government to have access to independent legal advice-- 7,i7 to speed the development of energy-related contracts2 and 7,,ii7 to better protect the interests of ,caribbean governments and citizens4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in devising the strategy under this subsection1 the ,secretary of ,state shall work with the ,secretary of ,energy and shall consult with-- 7,a7 the ,secretary of the ,interior2 7,b7 the ,secretary of ,commerce2 7,c7 the ,secretary of the ,treasury2 7,d7 the ,board of ,directors of the ,export-,import ,bank of the ,united ,states2 7,e7 the ,board of ,directors of the ,development ,finance ,corporation2 7,f7 the ,administrator of the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development2 7,g7 the ,caribbean governments2 7,h7 the ,inter-,american ,development ,bank2 7,i7 the ,world ,bank ,group2 and 7,j7 the ,caribbean ,electric ,utility ,services ,corporation4 #ejg4 ,sense of ,congress on conservation of the ,amazon ,river basin 7a7 ,findings ,congress makes the following findings3 7#a7 ,the ,amazon ,river basin and the ,amazon rainforest1 often referred to as ,amazonia-- 7,a7 covers more than #b1fgj1jjj square miles in ,bolivia1 ,brazil1 ,colombia1 ,ecuador1 ,french ,guiana1 ,guyana1 ,peru1 ,suriname1 and ,venezuela2 and 7,b7 is home to more species of plants and animals than any other terrestrial ecosystem on the planet1 housing nearly #cj percent of the world's species1 which apart from their intrinsic value as living organisms1 have potential value in the form of medicine1 research1 textiles1 food1 and other products for the region's population4 7#b7 ,tens of millions of people depend on services afforded by the ,amazon forest1 including-- 7,a7 the use of rivers for transportation2 7,b7 reliance on logging and collection of non-timber forest products as major industries for employment2 and 7,c7 the cultivation of nutrients in floodplain areas for agriculture and areas for which the ,amazon ,basin is a watershed4 7#c7 ,the ,amazon ,river has long been recognized as an important repository of biodiversity and natural resources1 not only for local peoples and indigenous communities1 but also for the rest of the world due to-- 7,a7 its fresh water1 which provides countless services for humans in the form of water agriculture1 transportation1 and food and serves as an important habitat for countless species1 including over #b1ejj species of fish and river dolphins2 7,b7 its medicinal plants1 which are continually used by local peoples to treat traditional diseases1 including malaria 7one of the most lethal diseases in the tropics71 and which constitute #gj percent of the plant species in the world found to have anti-cancer properties2 7,c7 its important role as an oxygen source1 producing #bj percent of the ,earth's oxygen and earning the ,amazon forest the nickname lungs of our ,earth for its role in taking in enormous amounts of the carbon dioxide emitted by human activity and the burning of fossil fuels and replacing it with the oxygen we breathe through the process of photosynthesis2 7,d7 its food supply1 which is associated with rainforests1 including coffee1 rice1 chocolate1 tomatoes1 potatoes1 bananas1 black pepper1 pineapples1 and corn2 7,e7 its role in climate control caused by its exchange of enormous quantities of water and energy with the surrounding atmosphere1 which is estimated as being responsible for creating #ge percent of its own rainfall1 which feeds the nearby rivers through evapotranspiration before flowing directly into the ocean and influencing the currents that impact the climate2 and 7,f7 ecotourism1 which produces annual profits of more than #aa1fjj1jjj1 which benefits the local economy1 enhances the quality of living through securing more jobs1 and educates global citizens regarding the importance of maintaining the world's natural spaces4 7#d7 ,public opinion research1 conducted by the ,brazilian polling firm ,datafolha in #bjbj1 found that-- 7,a7 #hg percent of the respondents felt strongly that conservation of the ,amazon is very important2 7,b7 #gc percent of the respondents are concerned with the rate of increased deforestation in the ,amazon basin2 7,c7 #gg percent of the respondents believed strongly that the conduct and policies of the ministries responsible for management and conservation of the ,amazon have contributed to deforestation in the ,amazon2 7,d7 #ib4e percent of the respondents believe ,brazil should prioritize the pursuit of economic activities in the ,amazon basin that do not contribute to deforestation2 and 7,e7 only #e4f percent of the respondents think that forests need to be cut down to promote economic growth in the region4 7#e7 ,the recent #h1hej square kilometer reduction of the ,amazon forest1 exacerbated by climate change1 has resulted in a significant decrease in the ample benefits described in paragraph 7#c71 in addition to the displacement of many indigenous peoples due to the lessened economic opportunity4 7#f7 ,clear cutting has disrupted the habitat for plants and animals in the region1 fracturing the fragile forest ecology by causing species to migrate and sometimes disappear4 7#g7 ,as of ,september #bjbj1 ,brazil's ,national ,institute for ,space ,research reported that #de1jfg fires have burned in the ,amazon ,river basin and more than #fc1jjj fires have burned in all of ,brazil in #bjbj4 7#h7 ,the removal of trees from the ,amazon ,river basin has decreased water and nutrient uptake1 while increasing runoff with greater loads of both nitrogen and phosphorus concentrations1 deteriorating the quality of fresh water1 and putting the environment at greater risk for disasters like flooding and landslides4 7#i7 ,the ,government of ,brazil has historically recognized the negative repercussions of deforestation via processes like clear cutting1 which had facilitated ,brazil's establishment and maintenance of numerous successful conservation policies and payments for environmental service programs1 such as-- 7,a7 ,reducing ,emissions from ,deforestation and ,forest ,degradation projects1 such as the ,juma project in ,amazonas and the ,surui project in ,acre and subnational-scale program in ,acre and ,mato ,grosso1 which seek to reduce global warming by stopping emissions related to deforestation2 7,b7 jurisdictional programs involving the collaboration of several groups1 including farmers1 government officials1 businesses1 and nongovernmental organizations1 to achieve consensus on sustainability milestones2 7,c7 the ,amazon ,fund1 which is primarily funded by the ,government of ,norway to implement payments for forest conservation activities2 and 7,d7 the ,bolsa ,floresta program in the ,brazilian state of ,amazonas1 which pays landowners and communities to help protect forest areas4 7#aj7 ,united ,states and multilateral cooperation efforts to protect and restore the ,amazon have yielded significant beneficial impacts1 such as-- 7,a7 the reduction of deforestation by more than #hj percent2 and 7,b7 the ,world ,bank's establishment of more than #be percent of the areas protected from correspondence4 7#aa7 ,the ,,unesco ,world ,heritage site verifies the importance of the ,amazon ,river basin being one of the richest areas in the planet in terms of biodiversity1 ecological and biological processes4 ,deforestation and potential new policies could harmfully limit its natural resources if their benefits are not taken into serious consideration4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,president should-- 7,a7 engage with the ,government of ,brazil1 through bilateral and multilateral efforts1 on its ,amazon development and deforestation policies1 in support of the ,brazilian people's and the private sector's interest in conserving the ,amazon rainforest2 7,b7 promote stewardship and conservation policies that support sustainable economic growth activities in the ,amazon ,river basin2 7,c7 consider the ,government of ,brazil's management and land use conversion of the ,amazon ,river basin policies when assessing1 negotiating1 or developing new bilateral agreements with ,brazil1 including trade agreements1 or engaging in relevant international forums2 7,d7 in the spirit of ,brazil's leadership hosting the #aiib ,rio ,summit1 which led to the establishment of the ,,unfccc1 urge the ,government of ,brazil to enhance the ambition of ,brazil's efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions2 and 7,e7 encourage the ,government of ,brazil1 through bilateral and multilateral efforts1 to immediately work proactively to address climate change and to promote low carbon and sustainable economic development2 7#b7 the ,united ,states ,ambassador to ,brazil should immediately engage with the ,government of ,brazil to support improvements to stewardship efforts of the ,amazon rainforest and to assist with urgent efforts to combat fires burning across the ,amazon ,river basin by-- 7,a7 amplifying the ,brazilian people's concerns-- 7i7 about climate change and seeking opportunities for cooperative climate action through the ,united ,states-,brazil bilateral relationship2 and 7ii7 with ,brazil's management and land use conversion policies affecting the ,amazon ,river basin2 7,b7 reinforcing ,united ,states support for the important role civil society is playing to keep the public informed about the importance of ,amazon conservation1 particularly as it relates to regulating carbon in the ,earth's atmosphere2 and 7,c7 offering support for efforts to combat fires in the ,amazon ,river basin that are exacerbating ,brazil's environmental crisis2 and 7#c7 the ,secretary of the ,treasury should provide financial and technical assistance to combat wildfires burning across the ,brazil1 including in the ,amazon ,river basin4 7c7 ,policy statement ,the ,secretary of ,state shall elevate bilateral engagements around cooperation and peer-to-peer accountability on ,brazil's climate action commitments by-- 7#a7 supporting the efforts of the ,government of ,brazil to increase sustainable development of the ,amazon region1 including by strengthening environmental enforcement and ending illegal deforestation2 7#b7 encouraging the ,government of ,brazil to enforce its conservation laws1 which include-- 7,a7 restoring the responsibility of managing indigenous reserves and the demarcation of lands back to indigenous peoples2 7,b7 deescalating violence against indigenous peoples1 prosecuting individuals and entities that threaten or harm indigenous peoples or communities1 and maintain the ,national ,indian ,foundation2 7,c7 addressing activities that increase deforestation rates in the ,amazon basin1 which include-- 7i7 curtailing indigenous people's land rights2 and 7ii7 unsustainable cattle ranching1 soy bean farming1 mining1 hydropower dam construction1 and highway construction activities2 7,d7 threatening to degrade ,brazil's carbon emissions reductions commitments that are heavily based upon the conservation of ,brazil's rainforests2 and 7,e7 addressing challenges for civil society to operate1 oversee1 and advocate for the continued conservation and restoration of the ,amazon ,river basin2 7#c7 encouraging1 to the maximum extent practicable1 the ,government of ,brazil to develop and deliver ambitious pledges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions under the ,paris ,agreement1 while holding ,brazil accountable for delivering on its commitments2 7#d7 supporting the voice of ,brazilian civil society and the role civil society plays in advancing civil society's efforts to protect ,brazil's natural resources and helping ensure civil society's abilities to operate1 oversee1 and advocate for the continued conservation and restoration of the ,amazon ,river basin2 7#e7 advancing the rights and protections of indigenous peoples whose communities1 well-being1 and opportunities for economic growth are frequently put at risk by deforestation1 extractive industries1 commercial scale agriculture1 and hydropower dam construction2 7#f7 listening to and engaging with the people of ,brazil on their country's commitments to advancing conservation efforts in the ,amazon ,river basin that allow for sustainable economic growth1 while protecting the ,amazon rainforest and ,amazon ,river basin's important and unique resources despite the proposed changes2 7#g7 renewing support for programs that support ,amazonian nations1 civil society1 and local leaders1 including indigenous communities1 in maintaining critically important conservation efforts to protect and restore the ,amazon ,river basin ecosystem2 and 7#h7 supporting efforts by subnational governments and the private sector to advance sustainable development and reduce deforestation in the ,amazon region4 #ejh4 ,sense of ,congress regarding renewable energy in ,indonesia ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 cooperation on the development and deployment of renewable energy technologies should be a priority in relations between the ,united ,states and ,indonesia and the top priority in the countries' energy diplomacy2 7#b7 it is in the interest of ,united ,states to support the growth of ,indonesia's renewable energy sector in environmentally and socially responsible ways that-- 7,a7 reduce reliance on fossil fuels in ways that do not increase pressure on the land sector or increase land-based emissions2 7,b7 mitigate greenhouse gas emissions2 7,c7 provide economic opportunities2 and 7,d7 improve the climate security of ,indonesia2 7#c7 the ,united ,states1 through the ,bureau of ,energy ,resources of the ,department of ,state1 the ,united ,states ,international ,development ,finance ,corporation1 the ,department of ,energy1 the ,export-,import ,bank of the ,united ,states1 the ,international ,trade ,administration1 and the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development1 should encourage private sector investment in and financing for the development and deployment of renewable power sources in ,indonesia2 7#d7 the ,united ,states should-- 7,a7 support and encourage ,indonesia to pursue ambitious growth from solar and wind sources of energy generation2 and 7,b7 provide technical assistance to the ,government of ,indonesia and subnational authorities on regulatory reforms and addressing other barriers to deployment of renewable energy2 and 7#e7 it is in the interest of ,united ,states refrigeration and refrigerant production industries to help serve ,indonesia's increased demand for refrigeration and air conditioning1 and the adoption of the ,kigali ,amendment to the ,montreal ,protocol1 is driving innovation and investments in next-generation refrigeration equipment and refrigerants in ,indonesia4 ,,vi ,women and ,climate ,change ,act #fja4 ,short title ,this title may be cited as the ,women and ,climate ,change ,act4 #fjb4 ,findings ,congress makes the following findings3 7#a7 ,women in the ,united ,states and around the world are-- 7,a7 the linchpin of families and communities2 and 7,b7 often the first to feel the immediate and adverse effects of social1 environmental1 and economic stresses on their families and communities4 7#b7 ,the ,united ,nations has recognized1 as a central organizing principle for its work1 that no enduring solution to society's most threatening social1 economic and political problems can be found without the full participation1 and the full empowerment1 of the world's women44 7#c7 ,the ,united ,nations ,development ,programme's ,human ,development ,report #bjac predicted that the number of people living in extreme poverty could increase by up to #c1jjj1jjj1jjj by #bjej unless environmental disasters are averted by coordinated global action4 7#d7 ,climate change is already forcing the most vulnerable communities and populations in developing countries to face unprecedented climate stress1 including-- 7,a7 slow onset effects of climate change1 such as sea level rise1 increasing temperatures1 water scarcity1 and drought2 and 7,b7 severe weather events and floods1 which can lead to reduced agricultural productivity1 food insecurity1 and increased disease4 7#e7 ,climate change-- 7,a7 exacerbates issues of resource scarcity and lack of accessibility to primary natural resources1 forest resources1 and arable land for food production2 7,b7 contributes to increased tension and instability1 particularly in countries and regions with poor or weak governance systems2 and 7,c7 increases the workload and stresses on women farmers1 who are estimated to produce nearly #ej percent of the food consumed in most developing countries1 which exacerbates food insecurity4 7#f7 ,women will disproportionately face harmful impacts from climate change1 particularly in poor and developing countries in which women regularly assume increased responsibility for-- 7,a7 growing the family's food2 7,b7 collecting water1 fuel1 and other resources2 7,c7 earning money2 and 7,d7 sending remittances4 7#g7 ,epidemics1 such as malaria and ,zika1 are expected to worsen and spread due to variations in climate1 putting women and girls 7especially those who are pregnant1 who are lactating1 or who hope to become pregnant7 and children without access to prevention and medical services at risk4 7#h7 ,the direct and indirect effects of climate change have a disproportionate impact on marginalized women1 including refugees1 displaced persons1 migrants1 religious1 racial1 or ethnic minorities1 adolescent girls1 lesbian and trans women1 women living in poverty1 and women and girls with disabilities and those infected with ,,hiv4 7#i7 ,conflict has a disproportionate impact on the most vulnerable communities and populations1 including women1 and can be exacerbated in regions of the world with changing or harsher climates1 leading to migration1 forced displacement1 and conflicts over scarce natural resources1 including land and water4 7#aj7 ,internally displaced1 refugee1 and stateless women and girls face extreme violence and threats1 including-- 7,a7 being forced to exchange sex for food and humanitarian supplies2 7,b7 being at increased risk of gender-based violence1 sexual exploitation1 and abuse2 7,c7 reduced access to services and care2 and 7,d7 increased risk for contracting ,,hiv or sexually transmitted infections1 having an unplanned pregnancy1 and experiencing poor reproductive health4 7#aa7 ,climate change is predicted to lead to increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather conditions1 precipitating the occurrence of natural disasters around the globe4 7#ab7 ,the relocation and death of women as a result of climate change-related disasters often has devastating impacts on social support networks1 family ties1 and the coping capacity of families and communities4 7#ac7 ,the ability of women to adapt to climate change is constrained by underlying gender inequality1 including a lack of-- 7,a7 economic freedoms2 7,b7 property1 land tenure1 and inheritance rights2 7,c7 access to financial resources1 education1 family planning1 and reproductive healthcare services2 and 7,d7 quality tools1 equipment1 and technology that support economic opportunity and independence4 7#ad7 ,despite having unique capabilities and knowledge to promote1 plan1 and execute activities to enhance communities' climate change adaption and resilience capacities1 women often have insufficient resources1 are not empowered to take such actions1 and are often excluded from leadership and decision-making processes4 7#ae7 ,women have a multiplier effect because women use their income and resources1 when given the necessary tools1 to increase the well-being of their children and families1 playing a critical role in reducing food insecurity1 poverty1 and socioeconomic effects of climate change4 7#af7 ,women are often underrepresented in the development and formulation of policy regarding mitigation and adaptation to climate change1 even though women are often in the best position to provide and consult on adaptive strategies4 #fjc4 ,definitions ,in this title3 7#a7 ,ambassador-at-large ,the term ,ambassador-at-,large means the ,ambassador-at-,large for the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues of the ,department of ,state4 7#b7 ,climate-displaced person ,the term climate-displaced person means any person who1 for reasons of sudden or progressive change in the environment that adversely affects his or her life or living conditions-- 7,a7 is obliged to leave his or her habitual home1 either within his or her country of nationality or in another country2 7,b7 is in need of a durable resettlement solution2 and 7,c7 whose government cannot or will not provide such durable resettlement solution4 7#c7 ,disparate impact ,the term disparate impact refers to the historical and ongoing impacts of the pattern and practice of discrimination in employment1 education1 housing1 banking1 health1 and nearly every other aspect of life in the economy1 society1 or culture that have an adverse impact on minorities1 women1 or other protected groups1 regardless of whether such practices were motivated by discriminatory intent4 7#d7 ,environmental disasters ,the term environmental disasters means specific events caused by human activity that result in seriously negative effects on the environment4 7#e7 ,special coordinator ,the term ,special ,coordinator means the senior coordinator appointed pursuant to section #fjg7;c74 7#f7 ,working group ,the term ,working ,group means the ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change established under section #fje4 #fjd4 ,statement of policy 7a7 ,in general ,it is the policy of the ,united ,states1 in partnership with affected countries1 donor country governments1 international financial institutions1 international nongovernmental organizations1 multilateral organizations1 and civil society groups1 especially those led by women-- 7#a7 to combat the leading causes of climate change2 7#b7 to mitigate the effects of climate change on women and girls2 and 7#c7 to elevate the participation of women in policy1 program1 and community decision-making processes with respect to climate change4 7b7 ,implementation ,the policy described in subsection 7a7 shall be carried out by-- 7#a7 establishing the ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women globally2 and 7#b7 implementing a coordinated1 integrated1 evidence-based1 and comprehensive strategy on women and climate change through ,united ,states policies4 #fje4 ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change 7a7 ,establishment ,there is established in the ,department of ,state the ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change4 7b7 ,chairperson ,the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 shall serve as the chairperson of the ,working ,group4 7c7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,working ,group shall be composed of a senior-level representative from each of the ,federal agencies and bureaus and offices of the ,department of ,state described in paragraph 7#b71 as selected by the head of the respective agency or subagency4 7#b7 ,federal agencies ,the ,federal agencies and bureaus and offices of the ,department of ,state described in this paragraph are-- 7,a7 the ,department of ,state1 including-- 7i7 the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues2 7ii7 the ,office of ,civil ,rights2 7iii7 the ,bureau of ,oceans and ,international ,environmental and ,scientific ,affairs2 7iv7 the ,bureau of ,population1 ,refugees1 and ,migration2 7v7 the ,bureau of ,democracy1 ,human ,rights1 and ,labor2 and 7vi7 the ,bureau of ,international ,organization ,affairs2 7,b7 the ,united ,states ,agency for ,international ,development2 7,c7 the ,centers for ,disease ,control and ,prevention2 7,d7 the ,environmental ,protection ,agency2 7,e7 the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration2 7,f7 the ,national ,institutes of ,health2 7,g7 the ,national ,science ,foundation2 7,h7 the ,council on ,environmental ,quality2 and 7,i7 the ,millennium ,challenge ,corporation4 7#c7 ,representatives of additional agencies ,the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 may request the participation of representatives of other relevant agencies or departments on a limited-time basis4 7d7 ,functions ,the ,working ,group shall-- 7#a7 coordinate and integrate the development of all policies and activities of the ,federal ,government relating to-- 7,a7 combating the effects of climate change on women in the national and international sphere2 and 7,b7 improving the response and strategy of the ,federal ,government to fight climate change for the security of the ,united ,states and the international community2 7#b7 allow each member of the ,working ,group to act as a representative for the ,working ,group within the ,federal department or agency of such member to facilitate implementation of the ,working ,group policies within such department or agency2 7#c7 ensure that all relevant ,federal departments and agencies comply with appropriate guidelines1 policies1 and directives from the ,working ,group pertaining to issues and responsibilities related to climate change and women2 7#d7 ensure that ,federal departments or agencies1 ,state governments1 and relevant congressional committees1 in consultation with nongovernmental organizations and policy experts in the field and ,state and local government officials who administer or direct policy for programs relating to climate change and women-- 7,a7 have access to1 receive1 and appropriately disseminate best practices in the administration of such programs2 7,b7 have adequate resources to maximize the public awareness of such programs2 7,c7 increase the reach of such programs2 7,d7 collect and share relevant data1 including sex and age disaggregated data2 and 7,e7 issue relevant guidance2 and 7#e7 identify and disseminate best practices to each relevant ,federal department and agency regarding how to improve the collection of data relevant to the disparate impact of climate change on women 7especially marginalized women71 including-- 7,a7 unpaid and paid care work2 7,b7 access to decent work opportunities2 7,c7 community advocacy1 activism1 and representation2 7,d7 access to education for women and girls2 7,e7 access to comprehensive health care1 including reproductive health and rights2 7,f7 participation in professional trades1 including agriculture2 7,g7 rights and access to resources1 such as land1 financial services and credit1 training1 and tools and equipment2 7,h7 abilities to achieve durable solutions to displacement1 including integration1 return1 or resettlement2 7,i7 food insecurity and desertification2 7,j7 community infrastructure1 multilevel government adaptability1 and climate resilience2 7,k7 climate and weather-related crisis response1 including safety from gender-based violence2 and 7,l7 women's involvement and leadership in the development of frameworks and policies for climate resilience4 7e7 ,consultation ,the ,working ,group may consult and obtain recommendations from such independent nongovernmental policy experts1 ,state and local government officials1 independent groups and organizations1 or other groups or organizations as the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 determines will assist in carrying out the mission of the ,working ,group4 7f7 ,frequency of meetings ,the ,working ,group shall meet not less frequently than quarterly to discuss and develop policies1 projects1 and programs referred to in subsection 7d74 #fjf4 ,development and implementation of strategy and policies to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women globally 7a7 ,initial strategy required ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 in consultation with the ,working ,group1 shall develop and submit to the appropriate congressional committees a ,united ,states ,national and ,international ,strategy to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women4 7b7 ,contents ,the strategy submitted under subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7#a7 recognizing the disparate impacts of climate change on women and the efforts of women globally to address climate change2 7#b7 taking effective action-- 7,a7 to prevent and respond to climate change and mitigate the effects of climate change on women around the world2 and 7,b7 to promote gender equality1 economic growth1 public health1 racial justice1 principled humanitarian access1 and human rights2 7#c7 implementing the ,united ,nations ,sustainable ,development ,goals listed in subsection 7f7 through and beyond #bjcj to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women globally2 7#d7 implementing balanced gender participation to avoid reinforcing binary roles1 especially among individuals from the communities most impacted1 in climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts1 including in governance and diplomatic positions within the ,united ,states ,government2 7#e7 working at the local1 national1 and international levels1 including with individuals1 families1 and communities1 to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women2 7#f7 systematically integrating and coordinating efforts to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women internationally into ,united ,states foreign policy and foreign assistance programs2 7#g7 investing in research on climate change through appropriate ,federal departments or agencies and funding of university and independent research groups on the various causes and effects of climate change2 7#h7 developing and implementing gender-sensitive frameworks in policies to address climate change that account for the specific impacts of climate change on women2 7#i7 developing policies to support women who are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change to prepare for1 build their resilience to1 and adapt to such impacts1 including a commitment to increase education and training opportunities for women to develop local resilience plans to address the effects of climate change2 7#aj7 developing and investing in programs1 in coordination with the diplomatic missions of other countries1 that-- 7,a7 educate and empower women and girls in the ,united ,states and around the world2 7,b7 gather information on how climate change is affecting their lives2 and 7,c7 provide guidance on the needs of their families and communities in the face of climate change2 7#aa7 consulting with representatives of civil society1 including nongovernmental organizations1 community and faith-based organizations1 multilateral organizations1 local and international civil society groups1 and local climate change organizations and their beneficiaries1 that have demonstrated experience in preventing and responding to the effects of climate change on women2 7#ab7 supporting and building local capacity in developing countries1 including in governments at all levels and in nongovernmental organizations 7especially women-led organizations71 to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women2 7#ac7 developing programs to empower women in communities to meaningfully engage in the planning1 design1 implementation1 and evaluation of strategies to address climate change while taking into account their roles and resources2 7#ad7 including women in economic development planning1 policies1 and practices that directly improve conditions that result from climate change2 7#ae7 integrating gender analysis in all policies and programs in the ,united ,states that are globally related to climate change2 and 7#af7 ensuring that such policies and programs support women globally to prepare for1 build resilience for1 and adapt to1 climate change4 7c7 ,updates ,the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 shall-- 7#a7 consult with the ,working ,group to collect information and feedback2 and 7#b7 update the strategy and programs to prevent and respond to the effects of climate change on women globally1 as the ,ambassador-at-,large1 or the ,special ,coordinator1 considers appropriate4 7d7 ,implementation plan and budget required ,not later than #fj days after the submission of the strategy under subsection 7a71 the ,senior ,coordinator shall submit an implementation plan and budget for the strategy to the appropriate congressional committees4 7e7 ,assistance and consultation ,the ,senior ,coordinator shall assist and provide consultation to the ,secretary of ,state in preventing and responding to the effects of climate change on women globally4 7f7 ,united ,nations sustainable development goals through and beyond #bjcj ,the ,united ,nations ,sustainable ,development ,goals listed in this subsection are-- 7#a7 ending poverty in all its forms everywhere2 7#b7 ending hunger1 achieving food security and improved nutrition1 and promoting sustainable agriculture2 7#c7 ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all and at all ages2 7#d7 ensuring inclusive1 equitable1 and quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all2 7#e7 achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls2 7#f7 ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all2 7#g7 ensuring access to affordable1 reliable1 sustainable1 and modern energy for all2 7#h7 promoting sustained1 inclusive1 and sustainable economic growth1 full and productive employment1 and decent work for all2 7#i7 building resilient infrastructure1 promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization1 and fostering innovation2 7#aj7 reducing inequality within and among countries2 7#aa7 making cities and human settlements inclusive1 safe1 resilient1 and sustainable2 7#ab7 ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns2 7#ac7 taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts2 7#ad7 conserving and sustainably using the oceans1 seas1 and marine resources for sustainable development2 7#ae7 protecting1 restoring1 and promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems1 sustainably managing forests1 combating desertification1 and halting and reversing land degradation and biodiversity loss2 7#af7 promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development1 providing access to justice for all1 and building effective1 accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels2 and 7#ag7 strengthening the means of policy implementation and revitalizing the global partnership for sustainable development4 #fjg4 ,climate change within the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,ambassador-at-,large for the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues of the ,department of ,state shall chair the ,federal ,interagency ,working ,group on ,women and ,climate ,change4 7b7 ,functions ,the ,ambassador-at-,large shall-- 7#a7 direct the activities1 policies1 programs1 and funding of the ,department of ,state relating to the effects of climate change on women1 including with respect to efforts to prevent and respond to those effects2 7#b7 coordinate closely with the ,climate ,security ,coordinator appointed pursuant to section #a7;g7 of the ,state ,department ,basic ,authorities ,act of #aief1 as added by section #ajb1 regarding matters related to climate change's effects on women and related security and diplomatic matters and engagements2 7#c7 advise the ,secretary of ,state1 the relevant heads of other ,federal departments and independent agencies1 and other entities within the ,executive ,office of the ,president1 regarding the establishment of-- 7,a7 policies1 goals1 objectives1 and priorities for addressing and combating the effects of climate change on women2 and 7,b7 mechanisms to improve the effectiveness1 coordination1 impact1 and outcomes of programs relating to addressing and combating the effects of climate change on women1 in coordination with experts in the field1 nongovernmental organizations1 and foreign governments2 and 7#d7 identify and assist in the resolution of any disputes that arise between ,federal agencies relating to policies and programs to address and combat the effects of climate change on women or other matters within the responsibility of the ,office of ,global ,women's ,issues4 7c7 ,special coordinator ,the ,ambassador-at-,large may appoint a senior coordinator as the designee responsible for carrying out the functions described in subsection 7b74 7d7 ,briefing and report ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,ambassador-at-,large shall-- 7#a7 brief the appropriate congressional committees regarding-- 7,a7 the effects of climate change on women2 and 7,b7 the prevention and response strategies1 programming1 and associated outcomes with respect to climate change2 and 7#b7 submit an assessment of the human and financial resources necessary to carry out this title to the appropriate congressional committees4