Resolution R2024-0008935
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Call for hearing(s) to explore and address implications of climate change-induced migration to Chicago
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At a City Council Meeting on April 14, 2024, the Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights proposed a resolution addressing climate change's impact on migration to Chicago. The resolution emphasized the global threat of climate change, its effect on migration, the implications for cities like Chicago, and the need for policies prioritizing equity, data collection, and resource allocation. It also highlighted the importance of supporting front-line communities affected by environmental injustice, collaborating with stakeholders, and incorporating climate migration considerations into the city's long-term planning processes.
Sponsors
| Sponsor | Ward | |
|---|---|---|
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Vasquez, Jr., AndrePrimary Sponsor | Ward 40 |
History
| Date | Legislative body | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Date 2024-07-17 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Held in Committee |
| Date 2024-04-22 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Referred |
| Date 2024-04-17 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Introduced |