A resolution designating July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

3/12/2024, 9:05 PM
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 296

Introduced on
2023-07-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/13/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates July 2023 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.

Bill 118 S.Res. 296 is a resolution that aims to designate July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month" in the United States. The resolution highlights the growing concern over the environmental impact of plastic pollution and calls for increased awareness and action to address this issue.

The resolution emphasizes the harmful effects of plastic pollution on marine life, ecosystems, and human health. It also recognizes the importance of reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics.

By designating July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month," the resolution seeks to raise public awareness about the importance of reducing plastic pollution and encourage individuals, businesses, and governments to take action to address this pressing environmental issue. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 296 is a non-partisan effort to highlight the need for collective action to combat plastic pollution and promote a cleaner, healthier environment for future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution designating July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/28/2023

This resolution designates July 2023 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.


Latest Action7/13/2023
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2465)