U.S. lawmakers have sent a letter to the Canadian government regarding the impact of wildfire smoke on air quality in the United States. The letter, authored by Republican members of the House of Representatives Jack Bergman, John James, Lisa McClain, and John Moolenaar, was addressed to Prime Minister Mark Carney and reportedly sent on July 13, 2026. The lawmakers expressed concern that 'American lungs are paying the price for Canadian inaction' and emphasized that 'sovereignty comes with responsibility.' They noted that similar complaints had been raised in previous years about wildfire smoke crossing the border from Canada. The letter also stated that if Canada does not take action to manage its forests and prevent wildfires, the U.S. may consider taking its own measures to protect its citizens. Canada has been experiencing significant wildfires, leading to air quality alerts in various regions, including Ontario and parts of Michigan. Global News has reached out to the Prime Minister’s Office and Global Affairs Canada for comments but has not received a response.
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U.S. Lawmakers Urge Canada to Address Wildfire Smoke Impact
U.S. lawmakers have formally requested that Canada take action to address the issue of wildfire smoke affecting air quality in the United States. The letter, sent by several Republican representatives, highlights ongoing concerns about the impact of Canadian wildfires and suggests that the U.S. may need to take its own measures if Canada does not respond adequately.
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‘Sovereignty comes with responsibility:’ U.S. lawmakers to Canada on wildfires
U.S. Lawmakers Urge Canada to Address Wildfire Smoke Impact