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Changes to Municipal Solid Waste Definition: Protecting Paper for Recycling

This bill modifies the definition of municipal solid waste to exclude commonly recycled paper. This aims to support paper recycling and could impact how businesses and local governments manage waste, potentially reducing waste processing costs and promoting greener practices.
Key points
Commonly recycled paper, when separated from other waste, will no longer be classified as municipal solid waste.
The changes do not force local governments to alter their current waste collection or processing systems.
Tax benefits for electricity produced from municipal solid waste will only apply to the portion generated from actual municipal solid waste, excluding the reclassified paper.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1376
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2021-04-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect America's Paper for Recycling Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1376.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Commonly recycled paper, when separated from other waste, will no longer be classified as municipal solid waste.
  • The changes do not force local governments to alter their current waste collection or processing systems.
  • Tax benefits for electricity produced from municipal solid waste will only apply to the portion generated from actual municipal solid waste, excluding the reclassified paper.
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 Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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