Expressing support for the designation of July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.
Bill 118 HRES 584, also known as the Plastic Pollution Action Month resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the month of July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month" in order to raise awareness about the environmental impact of plastic pollution. The resolution expresses support for efforts to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable practices to protect our planet.

The resolution highlights the alarming statistics surrounding plastic pollution, such as the fact that over 8 million tons of plastic end up in the world's oceans each year, causing harm to marine life and ecosystems. It also emphasizes the importance of taking action to address this issue, including reducing single-use plastics, promoting recycling and waste reduction, and supporting policies that prioritize environmental conservation.

By designating July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month," the resolution aims to encourage individuals, businesses, and governments to take concrete steps to combat plastic pollution and protect the environment for future generations. It serves as a call to action for all stakeholders to work together towards a cleaner, healthier planet. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 584 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the urgent need to address plastic pollution and promote sustainable practices. It underscores the importance of collective action in tackling this global environmental challenge and emphasizes the role that each individual can play in making a positive impact on the planet.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 584

Introduced on
2023-07-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.
Bill 118 HRES 584, also known as the Plastic Pollution Action Month resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the month of July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month" in order to raise awareness about the environmental impact of plastic pollution. The resolution expresses support for efforts to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable practices to protect our planet.

The resolution highlights the alarming statistics surrounding plastic pollution, such as the fact that over 8 million tons of plastic end up in the world's oceans each year, causing harm to marine life and ecosystems. It also emphasizes the importance of taking action to address this issue, including reducing single-use plastics, promoting recycling and waste reduction, and supporting policies that prioritize environmental conservation.

By designating July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month," the resolution aims to encourage individuals, businesses, and governments to take concrete steps to combat plastic pollution and protect the environment for future generations. It serves as a call to action for all stakeholders to work together towards a cleaner, healthier planet. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 584 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the urgent need to address plastic pollution and promote sustainable practices. It underscores the importance of collective action in tackling this global environmental challenge and emphasizes the role that each individual can play in making a positive impact on the planet.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.