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RECYCLE Act

Introduced: November 21, 2019 See on congress.gov

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

Nov 21, 2019

Introduced in Senate

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recycling Enhancements to Collection and Yield through Consumer Learning and Education Act of 2019 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.

What's happening now November 21, 2019

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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