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This bill establishes the Cleaner Air Spaces Act of 2025, which directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator to provide grants to air pollution control agencies to implement cleaner air space programs in areas at risk of wildland fire smoke. The program requires agencies receiving grants to partner with community-based organizations and establish clean air centers in accessible locations for vulnerable populations, specifically low-income households with individuals at high risk from smoke exposure. Grant recipients must distribute at least 1,000 free air filtration units to eligible households, provide air filter replacements, distribute educational materials about creating clean air rooms, and conduct anonymous surveys to assess the program's effectiveness. The bill defines specific requirements for air filtration units, including high Clean Air Delivery Rates, Energy Star certification, and true HEPA filter capabilities. Each agency can receive up to $3,000,000 in grants, with at least one grant guaranteed for a Tribal agency. The EPA is required to submit a congressional report within three years detailing program implementations, survey responses, and potential improvements. The bill authorizes $30,000,000 in appropriations for fiscal years 2026-2028, with up to 10% allocated for administrative expenses.

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