BRACE Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The BRACE Act aims to improve the recycling and management of lithium-ion batteries in the United States. It modifies regulations to ensure safer and more effective handling of these batteries, particularly at destination facilities that store them before recycling. The bill updates references to outdated regulations and aligns them with current standards within the Department of Environmental Protection’s framework for universal waste management. Ultimately, the goal is to promote a more sustainable and competitive battery recycling industry.
Key provisions
- Establishes the ‘Battery Recycling for America’s Competitive Economy Act’ (BRACE Act).
- Modifies regulations for storing lithium-ion batteries at destination facilities.
- Aligns regulations with current standards in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
- Updates references to outdated regulations within the Mercury-Containing and Rechargeable Battery Management Act.
- Defines key terms related to lithium-ion batteries and universal waste management.
Who is affected
- Battery manufacturers
- Destination facilities that handle lithium-ion batteries
- Recycling companies
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Consumers who purchase lithium-ion batteries
Notable changes
- Updates regulations for lithium-ion battery storage and recycling.
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