Expressing support for the designation of July 2026 as “Plastic Pollution Action Month”.
Latest action (3 Aug 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1470 is a nonbinding resolution expressing House support for designating July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month." It does not create new laws, regulations, or funding. Instead, it lays out findings on plastic pollution — including global production volumes, low U.S. recycling rates, the amount of plastic entering oceans, and documented health and environmental effects, such as microplastics found in human blood and tissue and harm to marine wildlife. Based on these findings, the resolution states that the House recognizes the dangers plastic pollution poses to health and the environment and encourages individuals nationwide to participate in efforts to reduce plastic pollution throughout the year.
The resolution does not impose obligations on individuals, businesses, or government agencies; it is a symbolic statement of position rather than enforceable policy. Its practical effect, if adopted, would be to put the House on record supporting awareness and voluntary action around plastic pollution, without changing existing law.
The bill was introduced on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. As of the latest action, it has only been introduced; no committee vote, floor vote, or further action has occurred. Like most such resolutions, it would need committee consideration and a House vote to be adopted, and even if passed, it would carry no legal force.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 3, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1470 do?
- H.Res. 1470 is a nonbinding resolution expressing House support for designating July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month." It does not create new laws, regulations, or funding. Instead, it lays out findings on plastic pollution — including global production volumes, low U.S. recycling rates, the amount of plastic entering oceans, and documented health and environmental effects, such as microplastics found in human blood and tissue and harm to marine wildlife. Based on these findings, the resolution states that the House recognizes the dangers plastic pollution poses to health and the environment and encourages individuals nationwide to participate in efforts to reduce plastic pollution throughout the year. The resolution does not impose obligations on individuals, businesses, or government agencies; it is a symbolic statement of position rather than enforceable policy. Its practical effect, if adopted, would be to put the House on record supporting awareness and voluntary action around plastic pollution, without changing existing law. The bill was introduced on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. As of the latest action, it has only been introduced; no committee vote, floor vote, or further action has occurred. Like most such resolutions, it would need committee consideration and a House vote to be adopted, and even if passed, it would carry no legal force.
- Has H.Res. 1470 become law?
- Not yet. As of 3 Aug 2026, H.Res. 1470 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1470?
- H.Res. 1470 was sponsored by Rep. Lloyd Doggett [D-TX37] (Democrat-TX), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1470?
- Introduced (3 Aug 2026).
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