The U.S. House of Representatives must pass the Inflation Reduction Act and President Joe Biden must sign this critical piece of legislation into law to improve our nation’s health. The Inflation Reduction Act also makes a firm commitment to tackle climate change, which is not only critical for the preservation of our planet, but will also allow us to address the health effects of climate change. Families living in poverty, particularly those unable to afford higher costs of food, utilities and housing, experience worse health from climate change. For the contact information of your representative, visit: www.congress.gov/members/find-your-memberReferences:Democrats passed a major climate, health and tax bill. How the Inflation Reduction Act might affect your health care.

Source: Washington Post August 10, 2022 18:42 UTC