McCollum Responds to National Climate Assessment

Washington, DC – Today, the White House released the U.S. National Climate Assessment, a report detailing the impacts of climate change on our nation’s weather patterns, air quality, health outcomes and agriculture production. Congresswoman Betty McCollum (D-MN) released the following statement:

“There is no debate regarding the reality of climate change on our planet. There is indisputable scientific evidence that climate change is already affecting the United States. Today’s report highlights the need to not only act, but to act more quickly to mitigate the impact of our changing planet. This is the responsibility of not only government, but all of society.

“It is disappointing that some political leaders and business leaders are working to create a debate around an issue that has long been put to rest by the scientific community. It is not only disingenuous, but dangerous for the American people.

“The impact that this issue has on the lives of every man, woman and child in this country will only grow in the coming years. This report underscores the need for urgency in addressing our nation’s energy and environmental policies in order to manage, understand and mitigate the impacts of our changing planet.”

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum is a member of the House Appropriations Committee.

She is Democratic Co-Chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus