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New military waste disposal systems and open-air burning ban.

The WIPE Act introduces safer methods for military waste and illicit material disposal, banning harmful open-air burning. This aims to protect the environment and health, while also improving military operations related to border security and contraband interdiction.
Key points
The military will use specialized systems to destroy illegal items like counterfeits, narcotics, and classified documents.
The act completely bans the military from open-air burning of illicit materials, military equipment, and hazardous waste.
Nearly $9 million is allocated for new waste disposal systems, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2334
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2025-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Waste and Illegal Property Eradication (WIPE) Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2334.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The military will use specialized systems to destroy illegal items like counterfeits, narcotics, and classified documents.
  • The act completely bans the military from open-air burning of illicit materials, military equipment, and hazardous waste.
  • Nearly $9 million is allocated for new waste disposal systems, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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 2025-12-23.

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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