S 633 · 100th Congress · Environmental Protection

Plastic Pollution Control Act of 1987

Introduced 1987-03-03· Sponsored by Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Approved for full committee consideration an original bill in lieu of this measure.(1987-10-22)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Plastic Pollution Control Act of 1987 - Title I: Plastic Pollution Control Measures - Prohibits the disposal of plastic products into waters under the jurisdiction of the United States, except as necessary for safety, through unavoidable accidents, or pursuant to a permit under the Marine Protection Research Sanctuaries Act or Clean Water Act. Requires the President to ensure the compliance of public vessels with this requirement to the extent practicable. Establishes criminal and civil penalties for violations of this Act, based upon several factors, including the circumstances, extent of the violation, and the resulting economic benefit. Makes all Federal agencies responsible for enforcing this Act. Authorizes citizen suits against violators or public officials for failure to act. Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to study methods to reduce or eliminate the disposal of plastics in U.S. waters, requiring a report to the Congress within six months. Directs the Administrator, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a public outreach program to educate the public about the ha…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (3)

1 Democrat2 Republicans