Democratic Roundtable on: “Examining the Impacts of Extreme Heat Events”

Roundtable
Subcommittee: Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023 Time: 09:00 AM Location: 2167 Rayburn House Office Building
Agenda

“The discussion will include but not be limited to recommended extreme heat mitigation, preparedness, and response actions; the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) role in preparing for and responding to extreme heat events; the potential need for additional federal assistance; and identifying solutions that reduce the burden to local communities and save lives.”

Witnesses
Tracy Bower
Director of External Affairs
Desert Research Institute
Carolyn Levering
Emergency Manager
City of Las Vegas Office of Emergency Management
Robby Miller
Parish President
Tangipahoa Parish, LA
Ron Nirenberg
Mayor
City of San Antonio, TX
Juanita Constible
Senior Climate & Health Advocate
Natural Resources Defense Council