POPP Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 3:49 PM

Protect Our Power Plants Act of 2023 or the POPP Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing (1) a proposed rule issued on May 23, 2023, about greenhouse gas emissions from certain power plants that use fossil fuels; or (2) any substantially similar rule.

The POPP Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1923, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of plastic pollution in our oceans and waterways.

The POPP Act stands for the Plastic Oceans Pollution Prevention Act, and it aims to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in our environment. The bill includes provisions for increasing recycling programs, promoting the use of biodegradable materials, and implementing stricter regulations on the production and disposal of plastic products.

One key aspect of the POPP Act is the establishment of a national plastic pollution reduction goal, which aims to reduce plastic waste by a certain percentage over the next decade. The bill also includes funding for research and development of alternative materials that can be used in place of plastic. Overall, the POPP Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the growing problem of plastic pollution in a proactive and sustainable manner. It has garnered support from environmental advocates and lawmakers who are concerned about the impact of plastic waste on our planet.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1923

Introduced on
2023-06-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/12/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Protect Our Power Plants Act of 2023 or the POPP Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing (1) a proposed rule issued on May 23, 2023, about greenhouse gas emissions from certain power plants that use fossil fuels; or (2) any substantially similar rule.

The POPP Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1923, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of plastic pollution in our oceans and waterways.

The POPP Act stands for the Plastic Oceans Pollution Prevention Act, and it aims to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in our environment. The bill includes provisions for increasing recycling programs, promoting the use of biodegradable materials, and implementing stricter regulations on the production and disposal of plastic products.

One key aspect of the POPP Act is the establishment of a national plastic pollution reduction goal, which aims to reduce plastic waste by a certain percentage over the next decade. The bill also includes funding for research and development of alternative materials that can be used in place of plastic. Overall, the POPP Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the growing problem of plastic pollution in a proactive and sustainable manner. It has garnered support from environmental advocates and lawmakers who are concerned about the impact of plastic waste on our planet.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a proposed rule with respect to new source performance standards from certain stationary sources, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Air quality
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Congressional oversight
Electric power generation and transmission
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Oil and gas

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/13/2024

Protect Our Power Plants Act of 2023 or the POPP Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing (1) a proposed rule issued on May 23, 2023, about greenhouse gas emissio...


Latest Action6/12/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.