HR 9388
Protecting Communities from Plastics Act
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The Protecting Communities from Plastics Act aims to reduce the production and use of plastics by directing the Environmental Protection Agency to take several actions. Key provisions include a temporary pause on new permits for petrochemical facilities, establishing definitions for ‘plastic’ and ‘reusable,’ and implementing stricter air quality standards for plastic production facilities. The bill also seeks to address environmental justice concerns related to petrochemical facilities and promote the use of reusable packaging. Ultimately, the legislation seeks to shift away from plastic production and its associated environmental impacts.
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Alan S. Lowenthal
Barbara Lee
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