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Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
3/8/2024, 3:54 PM
Summary of Bill S 2337
The Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2337, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of reducing plastic pollution in waterways. The bill specifically targets plastic pellets, which are small pieces of plastic used in the manufacturing of various products.
The key provisions of the bill include requiring facilities that handle plastic pellets to implement best management practices to prevent the pellets from entering waterways. This includes measures such as installing containment systems, conducting regular inspections, and implementing spill prevention plans.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased monitoring and reporting requirements for facilities that handle plastic pellets. This will help ensure compliance with the regulations and allow for better tracking of plastic pellet pollution. Furthermore, the bill authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide grants to states and local governments to support efforts to clean up plastic pellet pollution and prevent further contamination of waterways. Overall, the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act aims to address the growing problem of plastic pollution in waterways by targeting a specific source of pollution - plastic pellets. By implementing stricter regulations and providing support for cleanup efforts, the bill seeks to protect the environment and wildlife from the harmful effects of plastic pollution.
The key provisions of the bill include requiring facilities that handle plastic pellets to implement best management practices to prevent the pellets from entering waterways. This includes measures such as installing containment systems, conducting regular inspections, and implementing spill prevention plans.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased monitoring and reporting requirements for facilities that handle plastic pellets. This will help ensure compliance with the regulations and allow for better tracking of plastic pellet pollution. Furthermore, the bill authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide grants to states and local governments to support efforts to clean up plastic pellet pollution and prevent further contamination of waterways. Overall, the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act aims to address the growing problem of plastic pollution in waterways by targeting a specific source of pollution - plastic pellets. By implementing stricter regulations and providing support for cleanup efforts, the bill seeks to protect the environment and wildlife from the harmful effects of plastic pollution.
Congressional Summary of S 2337
Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to issue a final rule that prohibits certain discharges of plastic pellets and other preproduction plastic into waters of the United States.
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Current Status of Bill S 2337
Bill S 2337 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2023. Bill S 2337 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 18, 2023. Bill S 2337's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of July 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2337
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2337
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2337
Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to promulgate certain limitations with respect to pre-production plastic pellet pollution, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to promulgate certain limitations with respect to pre-production plastic pellet pollution, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2337
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