H.R. 2159 · 117th Congress · House

RECYCLE Act

Active· Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Introduced
Mar 23, 21
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

Recycling Enhancements to Collection and Yield through Consumer Learning and Education Act of 2021 or the RECYCLE Act

This bill provides support for recycling programs.

Specifically, the bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a program to award grants to improve the effectiveness of residential and community recycling programs through public education and outreach.

In addition, the EPA must develop a model recycling program toolkit for states, Native American tribes, and local governments.

Finally, the bill specifies that the EPA's review of its federal procurement guidelines for purchasing certain recycled materials and items made with such materials must occur at least once every five years.

Action Timeline

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  1. MAR 24, 2021Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

  2. MAR 23, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  3. MAR 23, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  4. MAR 23, 2021IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Committees

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Environment Subcommittee

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Referred: Mar 24, 2021

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Energy and Commerce Committee

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Referred: Mar 23, 2021

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