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Expressing support for the designation of July as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".
2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 584
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.
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.
Current Status of Bill HRES 584
Bill HRES 584 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2023. Bill HRES 584 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 13, 2023. Bill HRES 584's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of July 14, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 584
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 584
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 584
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