Congressional Hearing on Plastic Waste Reduction and Recycling Research
January 1, 2023
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a foundational step for potential future federal legislation or funding allocations aimed at improving national recycling infrastructure and plastic waste reduction technologies.
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Plastic Industry Representatives
Industry standards and future regulations regarding plastic production and recycling may be influenced by the research and policy discussions held during this hearing.
Environmental Research Institutions
These organizations provide the scientific data and technological innovations that inform federal policy on waste management.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2023.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on June 24, 2021, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The session was conducted by the Subcommittee on Research and Technology under the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- The hearing focused on moving from current plastic waste statistics to sustainable recycling systems.
- Testimony was provided by representatives from The Recycling Partnership, the University of Minnesota, the University of Michigan, and the American Chemistry Council.
- Additional materials were submitted for the record by the American Chemical Society, the National League of Cities, the Association of Plastic Recyclers, and the Plastics Industry Association.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a foundational step for potential future federal legislation or funding allocations aimed at improving national recycling infrastructure and plastic waste reduction technologies.
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Focus on Sustainable Polymers
The inclusion of the NSF Center for Sustainable Polymers indicates a shift toward prioritizing material science research in waste management policy.
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