PACK Act
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Latest action (16 Sep 2026): Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 0.
What this bill does
The Packaging and Claims Knowledge Act, or PACK Act, would amend the Federal Trade Commission Act. It would prohibit deceptive claims about whether packaging for consumer products is recyclable, compostable, or reusable. For recyclable claims, it would require companies to inform consumers about the availability of recycling programs, or how packaging is qualified for recycling, unless a substantial majority of consumers have access to recycling and the entire package is recyclable. For compostable claims, companies must have scientific evidence and inform consumers if the packaging cannot be composted at home or if municipal composting is unavailable. Unqualified reusable claims would require the company to provide a means for reuse.
This bill affects manufacturers and distributors of consumer products. It specifies that certain resin identification codes cannot be used on packaging that is not eligible for compostable, recyclable, or reusable claims. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would be responsible for developing guidance on these claims and would need to establish an advisory council. The bill also states that no state or local government can enact laws on these claims that are not identical to the federal requirements.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in December 2025 and has been ordered to be reported by a vote of 25-0. If passed by the House, it would then move to the Senate for consideration. The FTC would have two years after enactment to issue guidance.
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Timeline
16 Sep 2026
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 0.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 6832 do?
- The Packaging and Claims Knowledge Act, or PACK Act, would amend the Federal Trade Commission Act. It would prohibit deceptive claims about whether packaging for consumer products is recyclable, compostable, or reusable. For recyclable claims, it would require companies to inform consumers about the availability of recycling programs, or how packaging is qualified for recycling, unless a substantial majority of consumers have access to recycling and the entire package is recyclable. For compostable claims, companies must have scientific evidence and inform consumers if the packaging cannot be composted at home or if municipal composting is unavailable. Unqualified reusable claims would require the company to provide a means for reuse. This bill affects manufacturers and distributors of consumer products. It specifies that certain resin identification codes cannot be used on packaging that is not eligible for compostable, recyclable, or reusable claims. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would be responsible for developing guidance on these claims and would need to establish an advisory council. The bill also states that no state or local government can enact laws on these claims that are not identical to the federal requirements. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in December 2025 and has been ordered to be reported by a vote of 25-0. If passed by the House, it would then move to the Senate for consideration. The FTC would have two years after enactment to issue guidance.
- Has H.R. 6832 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 6832. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 6832?
- H.R. 6832 was sponsored by Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14] (R-TX), with 19 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 6832?
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 0. (16 Sep 2026).
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