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Zero Food Waste Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 177

The Zero Food Waste Act, also known as Bill 118 s 177, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reduce food waste in the United States by implementing various measures to encourage the donation and recycling of excess food.

One key provision of the Zero Food Waste Act is the establishment of a national food waste reduction goal, which aims to cut food waste in half by a certain target year. This goal would be achieved through a combination of efforts, including increasing food donation and composting programs, as well as implementing educational campaigns to raise awareness about the issue of food waste.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to incentivize businesses and individuals to reduce their food waste, such as tax credits for food donations and grants for organizations that implement food waste reduction programs. The legislation also calls for the creation of a national food waste reduction plan, which would outline specific strategies and initiatives to achieve the established goals. Overall, the Zero Food Waste Act seeks to address the significant problem of food waste in the United States by implementing a comprehensive approach that involves government, businesses, and individuals working together to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

Congressional Summary of S 177

Zero Food Waste Act

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a grant program to study and reduce food waste.

Current Status of Bill S 177

Bill S 177 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill S 177 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 31, 2023.  Bill S 177's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of January 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 177

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 177

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 177

Zero Food Waste Act
Zero Food Waste Act
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to provide grants to reduce the quantity of food waste, and for other purposes.

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