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HR 5846119th CongressIn Committee
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program Reauthorization Act
Introduced: Oct 28, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-New York)
Environment & ClimateInfrastructure
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This legislation reauthorizes the Environmental Protection Agency's Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program by extending annual funding of $65 million for fiscal years 2027 through 2036, amending the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to modernize municipal recycling systems and reduce landfill dependency nationwide.
Key Points
- 1The bill amends Section 302(g)(1) of the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to add $65 million in annual funding for the SWIFR program covering fiscal years 2027 to 2036.
- 2It specifically targets infrastructure improvements for state and local recycling facilities to enhance collection processing and material recovery capabilities across communities.
- 3The reauthorization aims to address systemic gaps in waste management by supporting municipal solid waste reduction and circular economy initiatives through federal grants.
Impact Areas
State and local government waste management departmentsMunicipal recycling facilities and processing centersNational solid waste reduction and environmental conservation efforts
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