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RepublicanBill · H.R. 4421· House(119-HR-4421)

Better Straws Act

Rep. Tenney
Age: 65 years
New York
Introduced
7/15/2025
Last activity
7/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Claudia Tenney
Cosponsors
None
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is titled the Better Straws Act. Its primary purpose is to codify Executive Order 14208. This specific Executive Order relates to ending the procurement and forced use of paper straws. By passing this, the order would have the force and effect of law.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+1

    Businesses may benefit from the removal of mandates regarding paper straw procurement.

  • Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+1

    Ending the forced use of paper straws may improve user experience for some individuals with sensory or physical needs.

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+1

    The bill may provide minor consumer benefit by allowing more variety in straw materials.

The opposite

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-2

    Ending the use of paper straws may slightly increase reliance on plastic, which could have minor environmental impacts.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-2

    Moving away from paper straws may reduce some environmental benefits associated with reducing single-use plastic.