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Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
7/9/2024, 6:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2964
Bill 118 hr 2964, also known as the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act, aims to address issues related to wastewater infrastructure and pollution prevention in the United States. The bill focuses on improving the safety and efficiency of wastewater treatment facilities, as well as reducing pollution and protecting the environment.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for the repair and maintenance of aging wastewater infrastructure, as well as grants for the development of new technologies to improve wastewater treatment processes. The bill also includes measures to increase oversight and regulation of wastewater facilities to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote the use of sustainable practices in wastewater management, such as the use of green infrastructure and the implementation of water conservation measures. The bill also aims to increase public awareness of the importance of wastewater management and pollution prevention. Overall, the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act seeks to address critical issues related to wastewater infrastructure and pollution prevention in the United States, with the goal of protecting the environment and public health.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for the repair and maintenance of aging wastewater infrastructure, as well as grants for the development of new technologies to improve wastewater treatment processes. The bill also includes measures to increase oversight and regulation of wastewater facilities to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote the use of sustainable practices in wastewater management, such as the use of green infrastructure and the implementation of water conservation measures. The bill also aims to increase public awareness of the importance of wastewater management and pollution prevention. Overall, the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act seeks to address critical issues related to wastewater infrastructure and pollution prevention in the United States, with the goal of protecting the environment and public health.
Congressional Summary of HR 2964
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act or the WIPPES Act
This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to issue regulations requiring entities responsible for the labeling or retail packaging of certain premoistened, nonwoven wipes (e.g., baby wipes, cleaning wipes, or personal care wipes) to label such products clearly and conspicuously with the phrase Do Not Flush and accompanying symbol as depicted under specified industry guidelines.
The commission is authorized to enforce this requirement.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2964
Bill HR 2964 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since June 12, 2024. Bill HR 2964 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2964's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 12, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2964
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2964
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Civil actions and liability
- Consumer affairs
- Cosmetics and personal care
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Environmental education
- Environmental regulatory procedures
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Government information and archives
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Manufacturing
- Marketing and advertising
- Pest management
- Retail and wholesale trades
- Solid waste and recycling
- Water quality
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2964
WIPPES Act
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
WIPPES Act
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
To require certain products to be labeled with ‘Do Not Flush’ labeling, and for other purposes
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
WIPPES Act
WIPPES Act
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act
To require the Federal Trade Commission to issue regulations requiring certain products to have "Do Not Flush" labeling, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2964
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