The Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

Reintroduced in October 2023 by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA), the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act of 2023 is the gold standard of federal legislation to make meaningful reductions in the amount of plastic pollution the U.S.

Wondering what makes this bill so special? Here’s the nitty-gritty on how The Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act (S. 3127  and H.R.6053) will reduce plastic pollution and reform our broken waste and recycling system.

  • Requiring big corporations take responsibility for their pollution.

  • Establishing aggressive source reduction targets for single-use plastic products and beverage containers.

  • Creating a nationwide beverage container refund program, which has been successful in 10 states.

  • Reducing and banning certain single-use plastic products that are not recyclable.

  • Establishing grant programs to support reusable and refillable products.

  • Pressing pause on new plastic facilities until critical environment justice and health protections are put in place.

MORE INFORMATION

Bill Summary: Learn more about the bill in this summary from its sponsors.

Section-by-Section Summary: Click here for the section by section summary of the bill.

Full Text of the Bill: Senate Bill | House Bill

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You can help this promising new legislation gain momentum by urging your members of Congress to co-sponsor it.

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