What does RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING ACCOUNTABILITY. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section establishes the "Recycling and Composting Accountability Act". It defines key terms related to recycling and composting, including 'compost,' 'recyclable material,' and 'recycling'. The Act amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to prepare a report on composting and recycling infrastructure capabilities. This report will evaluate existing laws, describe composting infrastructure, estimate costs, and review manufacturers' use of compostable packaging. The Administrator must submit the report to Congress within two years of enactment. The Act also mandates an inventory of materials recovery facilities every four years. The Administrator is authorized to collect data and develop recycling rates to provide technical assistance to States, local governments, and Indian Tribes.

What does RECYCLING INFRASTRUCTURE AND ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section establishes the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Program (a pilot grant program) to improve recycling accessibility in underserved communities. The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will administer the program and award grants on a competitive basis to eligible entities. Eligible entities include States, units of local government, Indian Tribes, and public-private partnerships. The program aims to fund projects utilizing a hub-and-spoke model to improve recycling infrastructure in underserved communities. Grant applications must be submitted to the Administrator, who will consider factors like existing curbside recycling and the project's impact on underserved communities. Priority will be given to projects in communities lacking a materials recovery facility within a 75-mile radius. Grant funds can be used to increase transfer stations, expand curbside recycling, and leverage public-private partnerships. Funds cannot be used for recycling education programs. Grants will range from $500,000 to $15,000,000. At least 70% of funds must be allocated to projects benefiting single or multiple underserved communities. The Federal share of project costs will not exceed 95%.

What does DRINKING WATER INFRASTRUCTURE RISK AND RESILIENCE. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section amends Section 1433(g) of the Safe Drinking Water Act. Paragraph (1) is modified to change the years from '2020 and 2021' to '2026 and 2027'. Paragraph (4) increases the dollar amount from '$5,000,000' to '$10,000,000'. Paragraph (5) increases the dollar amount from '$10,000,000' to '$20,000,000'. Paragraph (6)(A) increases the dollar amount from '$25,000,000' to '$50,000,000'. Paragraph (6)(B) changes the years from '2020 and 2021' to '2026 and 2027'.

What does REAUTHORIZATION OF DIESEL EMISSIONS REDUCTION ACT. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section reauthorizes the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act. The authorization date within Section 797(a) of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 is extended from 2024 to 2029.

What does NATIONWIDE CONSUMER AND FUEL RETAILER CHOICE ACT. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This Act is formally titled the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. The Act amends Section 211(f)(4) of the Clean Air Act to modify waiver processes related to fuel and fuel additives, including establishing a 'Reid vapor pressure' condition. Section 211(h) of the Clean Air Act is amended to adjust the Vapor Pressure limits from 10 percent to 10 to 15 percent. The Act modifies provisions related to credits generated by small refineries under the Renewable Fuel Program, specifically addressing credits for compliance years 2016-2018. The Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, in collaboration with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, must review Renewable Identification Number data and submit a report to Congress within 90 days of enactment identifying data needed to reduce market manipulation.

What does CAREER ACT. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section amends Section 7183 of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, known as the CAREER Act. The CAREER Act's section heading is modified to include “; treatment, recovery, and workforce support grants.” The rates used to determine grant amounts are updated to reflect averages for calendar years 2018 through 2022. Grant recipients may now use up to 5% of funds for transportation related to work, vocational education, job training, or substance use disorder treatment/recovery. The Secretary cannot require entities to use grant funds for activities not specified in the subsection. Reporting requirements for grants are adjusted, with a new deadline of September 30, 2029. Funding for the CAREER Act is increased to $12,000,000 for fiscal years 2025 through 2029. Section 8071 of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, related to the CAREER Act and Recovery Housing Pilot Program, is reauthorized through 2029. The Recovery Housing Pilot Program is integrated with the CAREER Act.

What does OVERSIGHT OF PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGEMENT SERVICES. of Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act do?

This section amends Title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to establish oversight of entities providing pharmacy benefit management (PBM) services. Group health plans, health insurance issuers, or PBMs must enter into contracts that ensure PBMs do not limit or delay information disclosure to the plan and provide relevant information for reporting. PBMs must submit reports to group health plans at least every six months (or quarterly at the plan's request) detailing drug claims, compensation, and other relevant information. The reports must be in plain language and machine-readable format. The Secretary has the authority to impose penalties for failing to provide information or providing false information related to these reporting requirements. The Secretary may waive penalties or extend compliance periods for entities making good-faith efforts to comply.

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Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act

Last updated: 3/3/2025 · Introduced: 3/3/2025

Author: Frank Pallone (D-NJ)

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