What does Preamble of Reducing Waste in National Parks Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To encourage reduction of disposable plastic products in units of the National Park System, and for other purposes.' The bill's stated purpose is to encourage the reduction of disposable plastic products within the National Park System.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Reducing Waste in National Parks Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Reducing Waste in National Parks Act.

What does DISPOSABLE PLASTIC PRODUCTS REDUCTION IN UNITS OF THE NATIONAL of Reducing Waste in National Parks Act do?

This section establishes a program for the reduction, and potential elimination, of disposable plastic products within the National Park System. Regional directors are responsible for implementing the program within their respective regions, considering factors such as costs, benefits, waste reduction, and infrastructure needs. The elimination of disposable plastic products, particularly water bottles, is to be implemented to the greatest extent feasible, taking into account various operational and contractual considerations. Superintendents of units that previously did not sell water in disposable plastic bottles may continue this practice. A proactive visitor education strategy must be developed to inform visitors about water availability and the rationale behind the program. The program should be implemented consistently throughout each National Park System unit. Regional directors must conduct a biennial evaluation of the program, assessing public response, visitor satisfaction, buying behavior, public safety, and plastic bottle collection rates. The term 'disposable plastic products' includes beverage bottles, carryout bags, plastic food ware, and expanded polystyrene products.

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Reducing Waste in National Parks Act

Last updated: 12/9/2025 · Introduced: 6/2/2025

Author: Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a program to reduce or eliminate disposable plastic products, including beverage bottles, bags, and food ware, within the National Park System.
Regional directors are tasked with implementing this program, evaluating its effectiveness every two years, and considering factors like costs, visitor satisfaction, and public safety.
National Park superintendents may continue practices of not selling water in disposable plastic bottles, while a visitor education strategy will be developed to promote water availability.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 3604(In Committee)Official page

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