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Battery and Mineral Recycling: New Programs and Grants

This act aims to boost battery and critical mineral recycling by supporting research, developing collection programs, and educating the public. Citizens can expect easier access to battery collection points, contributing to environmental protection and better resource utilization.
Key points
Financial support for research into new methods for battery recycling and critical mineral recovery.
Grants for states, local governments, and retailers to establish and improve battery collection points, free of charge for consumers.
Introduction of voluntary labeling guidelines for batteries to help consumers recycle them correctly.
Establishment of a task force to develop a framework for producer responsibility in battery recycling.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1918
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2021-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Battery and Critical Mineral Recycling Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1918.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for research into new methods for battery recycling and critical mineral recovery.
  • Grants for states, local governments, and retailers to establish and improve battery collection points, free of charge for consumers.
  • Introduction of voluntary labeling guidelines for batteries to help consumers recycle them correctly.
  • Establishment of a task force to develop a framework for producer responsibility in battery recycling.
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. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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