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This technical brief by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) assesses the vulnerability of five mineral-rich Indian states—Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal—to the energy transition. Using a multi-dimensional framework covering fiscal losses, physical climate risks, socioeconomic impacts, diversification potential, and political economy, the report ranks these states to identify where 'just transition' efforts should be focused. Odisha is identified as the most vulnerable state, while West Bengal is the least vulnerable among the five, although each faces distinct risks ranging from high revenue dependency to energy security concerns.

This fact sheet describes H.R. 3190, the PREPARE Act, a legislative proposal introduced by Congressmen Matt Cartwright and Leonard Lance to improve the federal government's ability to manage financial risks and operational preparedness associated with extreme weather events.

The PREPARE Act is proposed legislation designed to improve the U.S. federal government's ability to manage financial risks and operational preparedness associated with extreme weather events, based on recommendations from the Government Accountability Office (GAO).