The Recycling Technology Innovation Act updates the rules for waste facilities that turn plastic into new products, making it easier for them to operate without strict incineration regulations.
If you work in recycling, this bill could help your business operate more efficiently and legally.
Who this affects
Businesses recycling plastic waste
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill changes the definition of solid waste incineration units in the Clean Air Act.
2It allows certain facilities that convert plastic waste into usable products to be excluded from this definition.
3Owners of these facilities can request to be treated as excluded from solid waste incineration rules.
4The bill defines a 'product' as a usable material that can be sold or used in making other products.
5It specifies that electricity, heat, and ash are not considered products under this bill.
