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H.R. 2159

Referred to Committee

RECYCLE Act

Introduced 3/23/2021•117th Congress•House

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

3/24/2021 • House

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.

Introduced in House • 3/23/2021

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Topics & Subjects

Census and government statisticsCongressional oversightElementary and secondary educationEnvironmental educationGovernment information and archivesPublic contracts and procurementSolid waste and recyclingTeaching, teachers, curricula

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (2)

Party Breakdown

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Sponsor

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Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]

Democrat • MN-3

Sponsored 3/23/2021

Cosponsors (1)

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Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]

R-OH-14

Joined 3/23/2021

Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

March 23, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Introduced in House3/23/2021

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors1