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HR 2777 United States House · 117th Congress

Advanced Recycling Research and Development Act of 2021

Summary
Advanced Recycling Research and Development Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Energy to implement research, development, and demonstration programs to (1) accelerate innovation in energy-efficient recyclable plastics, next-generation plastics, and composites recycling and upcycling strategies and technologies; and (2) support the development of advanced materials for batteries and innovative technologies to reclaim and recycle critical materials from advanced and lithium-based battery technologies used in consumer electronics, defense, stationary storage, and transportation applications.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFocuses on battery recycling and critical materials for energy storage, supporting clean energy infrastructure development through advanced materials research.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes advanced recycling R&D for plastics and battery materials, reducing waste and conserving resources through innovation in sustainable materials.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2021
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Introduced Apr 22, 2021 Last action Apr 22, 2021
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Apr 22, 2021
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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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Apr 22, 2021
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Photo of Anthony Gonzalez
Anthony Gonzalez
RRepublican
OH
16
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Photo of David P. Joyce
David P. Joyce
RRepublican
OH
14
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Photo of Frank D. Lucas
Frank D. Lucas
RRepublican
OK
3
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Photo of Haley M. Stevens
Haley M. Stevens
DDemocratic
MI
11