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Composting Support: Grants, Loans, and Environmental Conservation Recognition.

This act aims to facilitate organic waste composting, including food waste, by officially recognizing it as an environmental conservation practice. Citizens, farmers, and local communities can apply for grants and loan guarantees to develop composting programs and facilities, potentially reducing waste, improving soil quality, and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
Key points
Composting, including food waste, will be recognized as an official conservation practice, potentially opening doors for farmer support.
Grants (up to $5 million, covering up to 75% of costs) and loan guarantees (up to $5 million, covering up to 80% of costs) will be available for composting projects.
Financial support will cover facility construction, equipment purchase, development of composting programs (e.g., home, community, urban), and activities promoting compost use.
Priority will be given to projects in areas with limited composting access, those creating new capacity, promoting best practices, involving small and diverse businesses, and serving disadvantaged communities.
The act authorizes $200 million annually for fiscal years 2024-2033 for composting support programs.
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Print number: 118_HR_651
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2023-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COMPOST Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_651.

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 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Composting, including food waste, will be recognized as an official conservation practice, potentially opening doors for farmer support.
  • Grants (up to $5 million, covering up to 75% of costs) and loan guarantees (up to $5 million, covering up to 80% of costs) will be available for composting projects.
  • Financial support will cover facility construction, equipment purchase, development of composting programs (e.g., home, community, urban), and activities promoting compost use.
  • Priority will be given to projects in areas with limited composting access, those creating new capacity, promoting best practices, involving small and diverse businesses, and serving disadvantaged communities.
  • The act authorizes $200 million annually for fiscal years 2024-2033 for composting support programs.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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