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A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to protect communities from the harmful effects of plastics, and for other purposes.
4/19/2024, 6:11 AM
Summary of Bill S 4194
Bill 118 s 4194, also known as the "Plastics Protection Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the harmful effects of plastics on communities. The bill requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to take specific actions to protect communities from the negative impacts of plastics.
Some of the key provisions of the bill include conducting research on the health and environmental effects of plastics, developing strategies to reduce plastic pollution, and implementing programs to educate the public on the dangers of plastics. The bill also calls for the establishment of grants to support community efforts to reduce plastic waste and pollution.
Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 4194 is to mitigate the harmful effects of plastics on communities and the environment. By requiring the EPA to take proactive measures to address plastic pollution, the bill aims to protect public health and promote sustainability.
Some of the key provisions of the bill include conducting research on the health and environmental effects of plastics, developing strategies to reduce plastic pollution, and implementing programs to educate the public on the dangers of plastics. The bill also calls for the establishment of grants to support community efforts to reduce plastic waste and pollution.
Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 4194 is to mitigate the harmful effects of plastics on communities and the environment. By requiring the EPA to take proactive measures to address plastic pollution, the bill aims to protect public health and promote sustainability.
Current Status of Bill S 4194
Bill S 4194 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2024. Bill S 4194 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 18, 2024. Bill S 4194's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of April 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4194
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4194
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4194
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to protect communities from the harmful effects of plastics, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to protect communities from the harmful effects of plastics, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4194
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