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Reducing Plastic Waste in National Parks
Recent Bills/Reducing Plastic Waste in National Parks

Reducing Plastic Waste in National Parks

IntroducedMay 23, 2025
Introduced1 year ago
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesParks, recreation areas, trailsSolid waste and recyclingWater use and supply
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Why This Matters

This bill encourages national parks to cut down on disposable plastic products, especially water bottles, to reduce waste and promote sustainability. It also focuses on educating visitors about water availability and the importance of these changes.

If you visit national parks, you may need to bring your own water bottle instead of buying plastic ones.
Who this affects
Visitors to national parks · Park staff
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill requires national parks to reduce disposable plastic products.
  2. 2Regional directors must create a plan to limit or eliminate plastic water bottles.
  3. 3Parks will educate visitors about water availability and the reasons for these changes.
  4. 4Each park will be evaluated every two years to assess the program's effectiveness.
  5. 5The bill aims to decrease plastic waste and promote reusable options in national parks.
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IntroducedCurrentMay 23, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Donald Trump
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