Bill · H.Res. 885· House(119-HRES-885)
Supporting the designation of November 15, 2025, as "America Recycles Day" to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, recycling, and advance the circular economy.
- Introduced
- 11/17/2025
- Last activity
- 11/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Haley Stevens
- Cosponsors
- - 6 - 4
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
H. Res. 885 supports the designation of November 15, 2025, as "America Recycles Day." The resolution aims to raise awareness and promote national discussion regarding recycling and the circular economy. It recognizes the economic and environmental benefits of the American recycling sector. The House of Representatives expresses support for the day and celebrates the contributions of individuals and communities in the sector. It also reaffirms a commitment to policies and investments that improve recycling. Finally, it encourages all Americans to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
Yes· 3 of 24
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+5
Aims to reduce harmful waste and preserve natural ecosystems.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+4
Promotes circular economy practices and energy efficiency in manufacturing.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
Supports the recycling and domestic manufacturing sectors.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Economic Growth and Jobs: The recycling sector supports over 500,000 jobs and contributes more than $168,000,000,000 to the national economy.
- Manufacturing Support: Recycling bolsters American manufacturing, which supports good-paying jobs.
- Environmental Sustainability: Recycling and circular economy practices reduce harmful waste, improve energy efficiency in manufacturing, and preserve natural ecosystems.
- National Security: The reclamation and reuse of critical materials essential to national defense enhances national security.
- Supply Chain Resilience: The sector strengthens economic competitiveness by supporting domestic manufacturing and improving supply chain resilience.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Urban Residents+3Good For African Americans+2Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Children+2Good For Farmers+2Good For High Income Households+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Students+2Good For Union Workers+2Good For White Americans+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5Reduces Carbon Emissions+4Improves Public Land Management+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+3Increases Job Creation+2Improves Small Business Support+1
- 11/17/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
J. CorreaDemocrat · California
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Madeleine DeanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
David JoyceRepublican · Ohio
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Chellie PingreeDemocrat · Maine
Adam SmithDemocrat · Washington