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Introduced

In Committee

3

Passed One Chamber

4

Passed Both

5

Signed into Law

Sponsor

Lloyd Doggett

Democrat · TX · Representative

Votes with party: 97.8% (542 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/D000399

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (84)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-03-06

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This bill would ban or restrict the use of foam products—like foam cups, food containers, and packaging materials—that are difficult to recycle and harmful to the environment. The restrictions would affect businesses that manufacture, import, or sell these foam items, as well as restaurants and retailers that currently use them for serving food and drinks. The goal is to reduce plastic waste in landfills and oceans by pushing companies and consumers toward more environmentally friendly alternatives.

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Subjects

Environmental Protection

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