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Recycling Support: Education and Grant Programs for Communities

This act aims to improve residential and community recycling programs through public education. Citizens can expect better information on what and how to recycle, which should increase collected materials and reduce contamination. This could lead to a more effective recycling system in their area.
Key points
Establishes a grant program to support recycling education for residents.
Local governments and organizations can receive funds for information campaigns, such as advertisements, social media, or educational materials.
The act promotes separate waste and recycling collection, and the development of tools to assess program effectiveness.
Financial support of $15 million annually until 2026, with at least 10% allocated to low-income communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2159
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RECYCLE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2159.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a grant program to support recycling education for residents.
  • Local governments and organizations can receive funds for information campaigns, such as advertisements, social media, or educational materials.
  • The act promotes separate waste and recycling collection, and the development of tools to assess program effectiveness.
  • Financial support of $15 million annually until 2026, with at least 10% allocated to low-income communities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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