Senate Resolution: Celebrating 40 Years of International Coastal Cleanup Efforts.
The US Senate officially celebrates the 40th anniversary of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), the nation's largest annual volunteer event. This resolution does not enact new laws but highlights the critical role citizens play in removing hundreds of millions of pounds of trash, mostly single-use plastics, from beaches and waterways. It encourages all Americans to participate in these activities and supports efforts to reduce plastic production at the source.
Key points
The Senate formally supports the goals of the ICC and encourages citizens nationwide to participate in coastal and waterway cleanup activities.
The resolution emphasizes that over 70% of collected debris consists of single-use plastics, raising awareness about the ongoing pollution crisis.
It highlights the importance of addressing plastic pollution by reducing its production, urging systemic change beyond volunteer cleanups.
Status:
Introduced
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