What does Preamble of STEWARD Act of 2025 do?

This bill establishes a pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility. The Environmental Protection Agency Administrator is required to collect and disseminate data on recycling and composting programs in the United States. The bill outlines purposes related to recycling and composting.

What does SHORT TITLE. of STEWARD Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Strategies To Eliminate Waste and Accelerate Recycling Development Act of 2025

What does RECYCLING INFRASTRUCTURE AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS. of STEWARD Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Program (a pilot grant program) to improve recycling accessibility, particularly in underserved communities. Eligible entities for grants include States, local governments, Indian Tribes, and public-private partnerships. The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will administer the program and award grants on a competitive basis. Grants, ranging from $500,000 to $15,000,000, can be used to increase transfer stations, expand curbside recycling, and leverage public-private partnerships. Priority will be given to communities lacking a materials recovery facility within a 75-mile radius. At least 70% of funds are set aside for projects in single or multiple underserved communities. The Federal share of project costs will not exceed 95%.

What does RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING DATA COLLECTION. of STEWARD Act of 2025 do?

This section defines terms related to recycling and composting, including 'compost,' 'recyclable material,' and 'recycling.' It amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to add a new section (4011) requiring the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to request information and data from States, local governments, and Indian Tribes. The EPA is tasked with preparing and publishing a report on composting and recycling infrastructure capabilities, including an evaluation of barriers to composting strategies and an estimate of costs to expand composting programs. The Administrator must also submit an inventory of Materials Recovery Facilities every four years. The EPA may collect data to develop estimated recycling rates and provide technical assistance to States, local governments, and Indian Tribes to reduce waste and increase recycling and composting rates. The Administrator is required to update a report on end-market sales of recyclable materials and compost.

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STEWARD Act of 2025

Last updated: 11/20/2025 · Introduced: 1/30/2025

Author: Shelley Capito (R-WV)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes a pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility, particularly in underserved communities, with grants ranging from $500,000 to $15,000,000.
The Environmental Protection Agency Administrator is required to collect and disseminate data on recycling and composting programs in the United States, including preparing and publishing a report on composting and recycling infrastructure capabilities.
At least 70% of the grant program funds are set aside for projects in single or multiple underserved communities, with priority given to communities lacking a materials recovery facility within a 75-mile radius.

119th Congresspassed senateHR. 2145(In Committee)Official page

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