Bill · H.R. 10454· House(119-HR-10454)
Textile Waste Reduction Act
- Introduced
- 9/16/2026
- Last activity
- 9/16/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Chellie Pingree
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill, known as the Textile Waste Reduction Act, directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to take appropriate actions to advance textile circularity. It requires the Administrator to establish and implement a national strategy to reduce textile waste and keep textiles in circulation for as long as possible. The legislation establishes an Interagency Working Group on Textile Circularity to coordinate federal activities relating to this strategy. It also creates an Advisory Board to provide ongoing advice to the working group on matters concerning textile circularity. Additionally, the bill mandates regular reports to Congress and the publication of textile data and available federal financial assistance on the Environmental Protection Agency website.
Yes· 3 of 10
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6
The legislation establishes a national strategy to reduce textile waste and keep textiles in circulation for as long as possible.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+5
By advancing textile circularity and reducing textile waste in landfills, the bill helps mitigate environmental impacts associated with discarded textiles.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The bill requires regular reports to Congress, public comment periods of at least 60 days, and the publication of textile data and federal financial assistance on the EPA website.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 3 requires the Administrator to provide an opportunity for public comment for no fewer than 60 days and solicit input from the public and covered stakeholders when developing the National Textile Circularity Strategy, which allows citizens and interested parties to make their voices heard on waste reduction efforts.
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Section 3 and Section 6 require the Administrator to identify and publish information on available federal financial assistance and incentives like grants, loans, and subsidies on the Environmental Protection Agency website, making it easier for states, local governments, Tribal Governments, and nongovernmental organizations to find funding for textile circularity and recycling projects.
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Section 5 establishes an Advisory Board consisting of diverse members representing textile producers, retailers, recycling and repair organizations, academia, and local, state, and Tribal governments, ensuring that a balanced range of everyday industry, scientific, and community interests provide ongoing advice to the federal government.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that explicitly outline potential negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+6Reduces Carbon Emissions+5Improves Rural Development+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increase States Rights+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+4Improves Economic Growth+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Native Americans+3Good For Rural Residents+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- 9/16/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California