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Bill: Zero Waste and Circular Economy Act, 5284
Details
Submitted by[?]: New Direction: Citizen Action
Status[?]: defeated
Votes: This is an ordinary bill. It requires more yes votes than no votes. This bill will not pass any sooner than the deadline.
Voting deadline: March 5285
Description[?]:
| Article 1: Zero Waste Strategy 1.1 The government shall develop and implement a Zero Waste Strategy that sets ambitious targets for reducing waste, increasing recycling rates, and promoting circular economy practices. 1.2 The strategy shall be developed with input from stakeholders including environmental organizations, waste management companies, and affected communities. Article 2: Extended Producer Responsibility 2.1 The government shall enact legislation requiring producers to take responsibility for the full lifecycle of their products, including managing the waste generated by their products. 2.2 Producers shall be required to implement measures to reduce waste, increase recyclability, and promote the use of recycled materials in their products. The legislation shall include provisions for penalties for non-compliance. Article 3: Local Solid Waste Management 3.1 The government shall provide funding and support for local solid waste management programs that prioritize waste reduction, recycling, and composting. 3.2 Programs shall be designed to encourage community participation and provide incentives for waste reduction and recycling. 3.3 The government shall work with municipalities and waste management companies to develop and implement these programs. Article 4: Circular Economy 4.1 The government shall promote the transition to a circular economy by incentivizing businesses to adopt circular economy practices, such as designing products for longevity and recyclability, promoting the reuse of materials, and developing closed-loop supply chains. 4.2 The government shall work with businesses, environmental organizations, and communities to develop and implement circular economy initiatives. |
Proposals
Article 1
Proposal[?] to change Government-sponsored recycling programs.
Old value:: There is no national policy regarding recycled garbage.
Current: Local governments decide about this.
Proposed: The government funds recycling facilities and enforces mandatory recycling for residents, commercial enterprise, and industry.
Article 2
Proposal[?] to change Waste disposal responsibility.
Old value:: Private companies are responsible for disposing of their own waste. The government disposes of residential waste.
Current: It is the responsibility of local governments to decide on waste disposal regulation.
Proposed: The government is responsible for waste disposal.
Debate
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| Vote | Seats | ||||
| yes |
Total Seats: 111 | ||||
| no | Total Seats: 164 | ||||
| abstain | Total Seats: 0 |
| Random fact: Don't vote yes on a cabinet coalition that doesn't give you the power that you deserve. |
| Random quote: "A lie told often enough becomes the truth." - Vladimir Lenin |