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- H.R.3977
H.R.3977: Trash Reduction Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced Nov. 5, 2015
- Latest Major Action Nov. 13, 2015
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Trash Reduction Act of 2015 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to require retailers to pay a $0.10 excise tax on each carryout bag provided to a consumer. A "carryout bag" means a bag of any material, commonly plastic or kraft paper, which is provided to a consumer at the point of sale to carry or cover purchases, merchandise, or other items. Reusable bags and certain other bags used for specified purposes are exempt from such tax. ...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Nov. 13, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans.
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| Nov. 13, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
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| Nov. 5, 2015 |
Referred to House Natural Resources
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| Nov. 5, 2015 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Nov. 5, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.) |