CONTAINER Act

3/8/2024, 1:45 PM

Summary of Bill S 3576

The CONTAINER Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3576, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of plastic pollution in our oceans by implementing a nationwide container deposit system.

Under the CONTAINER Act, a small deposit would be added to the price of certain beverage containers, such as plastic bottles and aluminum cans. Consumers would then have the opportunity to return these containers to designated recycling centers in exchange for a refund of their deposit. This system is designed to incentivize recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in our oceans and landfills.

In addition to the container deposit system, the CONTAINER Act also includes provisions for increasing funding for recycling infrastructure and education programs. This would help to improve recycling rates and promote sustainable practices among consumers. Overall, the CONTAINER Act aims to tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution in a comprehensive and effective manner. By implementing a container deposit system and investing in recycling initiatives, this legislation has the potential to make a significant impact on the health of our environment.

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Current Status of Bill S 3576

Bill S 3576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 10, 2024. Bill S 3576 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 10, 2024.  Bill S 3576's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of January 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3576

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
26
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
26
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3576

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3576

CONTAINER ActCreating Obstructions Necessary To Address Illegal and Nefarious Entry Rapidly ActCONTAINER ActA bill to authorize certain States to take certain actions on certain Federal land to secure an international border of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3576

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Marsha Blackburn
Tennessee(Republican)
R
J. D. Vance
Ohio(Republican)
R
Tim Scott
South Carolina(Republican)
R
Pete Ricketts
Nebraska(Republican)
R
Markwayne Mullin
Oklahoma(Republican)
R
Mike Lee
Utah(Republican)

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