Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act

This bill prohibits the export or reexport of electronic waste, such as computers, televisions, and consumer electronics, subject to certain exemptions (e.g., items that meet specific criteria designed to ensure they do not become the source of counterfeit products).

Bill 118 hr 4217, also known as the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act, aims to address the growing issue of electronic waste (e-waste) being exported to developing countries where it is often improperly disposed of, causing harm to both the environment and human health.

The bill prohibits the export of certain types of electronic waste to countries that are not members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) or the European Union. This includes items such as computers, monitors, and televisions that contain hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium.

In addition to restricting exports, the bill also establishes a grant program to support the development of domestic e-waste recycling infrastructure. This will help create jobs in the recycling industry and reduce the amount of e-waste that ends up in landfills or being exported. Overall, the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act aims to promote responsible e-waste management practices, protect the environment, and support the growth of the domestic recycling industry.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 4217
Introduced on
2023-06-20
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/20/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
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Purpose and Summary

Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act

This bill prohibits the export or reexport of electronic waste, such as computers, televisions, and consumer electronics, subject to certain exemptions (e.g., items that meet specific criteria designed to ensure they do not become the source of counterfeit products).

Bill 118 hr 4217, also known as the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act, aims to address the growing issue of electronic waste (e-waste) being exported to developing countries where it is often improperly disposed of, causing harm to both the environment and human health.

The bill prohibits the export of certain types of electronic waste to countries that are not members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) or the European Union. This includes items such as computers, monitors, and televisions that contain hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium.

In addition to restricting exports, the bill also establishes a grant program to support the development of domestic e-waste recycling infrastructure. This will help create jobs in the recycling industry and reduce the amount of e-waste that ends up in landfills or being exported. Overall, the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act aims to promote responsible e-waste management practices, protect the environment, and support the growth of the domestic recycling industry.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo control the export of electronic waste in order to ensure that such waste does not become the source of counterfeit goods that may reenter military and civilian electronics supply chains in the United States, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Foreign Trade and International Finance

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Latest Summary11/16/2023

Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act

This bill prohibits the export or reexport of electronic waste, such as computers, televisions, and consumer electronics, subject to certain exemptions (e.g., items that meet specific criteria...

Latest Action6/20/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.