A resolution designating July 2024 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

8/8/2024, 12:53 PM

This resolution designates July 2024 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.

Bill 118 sres 763, also known as the "Plastic Pollution Action Month" resolution, aims to designate July 2024 as a month dedicated to raising awareness and taking action to address the issue of plastic pollution. The resolution highlights the detrimental impact of plastic pollution on the environment, wildlife, and human health.

The resolution calls for increased efforts to reduce single-use plastics, promote recycling and waste management practices, and support initiatives that aim to clean up plastic waste from oceans, rivers, and other natural habitats. It also emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the importance of reducing plastic consumption and finding sustainable alternatives.

By designating July 2024 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month," the resolution seeks to mobilize individuals, communities, businesses, and government agencies to work together to combat plastic pollution and protect the planet for future generations. It serves as a call to action for all stakeholders to take concrete steps towards reducing plastic waste and promoting a cleaner, healthier environment.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 763

Introduced on
2024-07-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/11/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates July 2024 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.

Bill 118 sres 763, also known as the "Plastic Pollution Action Month" resolution, aims to designate July 2024 as a month dedicated to raising awareness and taking action to address the issue of plastic pollution. The resolution highlights the detrimental impact of plastic pollution on the environment, wildlife, and human health.

The resolution calls for increased efforts to reduce single-use plastics, promote recycling and waste management practices, and support initiatives that aim to clean up plastic waste from oceans, rivers, and other natural habitats. It also emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the importance of reducing plastic consumption and finding sustainable alternatives.

By designating July 2024 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month," the resolution seeks to mobilize individuals, communities, businesses, and government agencies to work together to combat plastic pollution and protect the planet for future generations. It serves as a call to action for all stakeholders to take concrete steps towards reducing plastic waste and promoting a cleaner, healthier environment.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution designating July 2024 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/4/2024

This resolution designates July 2024 as Plastic Pollution Action Month.


Latest Action7/11/2024
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4563-4564)