Prevent the release of plastic pellets into waterways from facilities that manufacture or transport plastic products.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act?
The Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act is currently tracked under H.R. 7543, which was referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on February 11, 2026. The committee members must decide whether to hold a vote to advance the bill, but most legislation fails because committees choose not to take any action. No progress has been recorded on this bill since February 11, 2026.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act (H.R. 7543 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 7634 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 7634 (118th) →
Vehicles
Who’s behind it
Mike Levin (D-CA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
