ReCement Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the ReCement Act, amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to redefine what constitutes ‘solid waste.’ Specifically, it expands the definition to include certain recovered materials and recovered resources, such as those used as ingredients or fuels in cement manufacturing. The goal is to encourage the use of these materials by clarifying their status and promoting their integration into the cement production process. This change aims to improve material efficiency and support the adoption of new technologies within the cement industry.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘solid waste’ to include recovered materials.
- Includes recovered resources used as ingredients or fuels in cement production.
- Specifically addresses non-hazardous secondary materials.
- Establishes legitimacy criteria for recovered materials and resources.
- Clarifies the handling and management requirements for these materials.
Who is affected
- Cement manufacturers
- Recycling industries
- Environmental regulators
- Waste management companies
Notable changes
- Reclassifies certain recovered materials as not being ‘solid waste’ under federal law.
- Introduces specific criteria for determining the legitimacy of recovered materials.
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