Bill > HR6566

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to modify the definition of a "solid waste incineration unit" by creating a new exemption for advanced recycling technologies that process plastic or post-use polymers through specific chemical transformation methods like pyrolysis and gasification. The bill allows units that convert at least 50% of processed materials into new products to be excluded from the definition of a solid waste incineration unit. Additionally, the bill establishes a petition process for owners or operators of units that do not automatically qualify for the exemption, requiring the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator to review such petitions within 180 days, make them publicly available, and seek public comment. The bill also provides a detailed definition of "product" that excludes electricity, heat, steam, and waste byproducts like soot, char, dust, or ash. This legislation aims to support innovative recycling technologies by providing a clearer regulatory pathway for advanced plastic recycling methods that transform waste into new materials.

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