Expressing support for the designation of July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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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Timeline
3 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1470. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1470?
- H.Res. 1470 was sponsored by Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37] (D-TX), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1470?
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (3 Aug 2026).
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