H.R.5221

PART Act Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act

Introduced·9/9/25

Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act prohibits the sale of catalytic converters for cash or cryptocurrency.

The Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act, or PART Act, makes it unlawful to sell or purchase any catalytic converter for cash or cryptocurrency. It amends the federal criminal code to include theft of catalytic converters as an offense, with penalties for violations. The Act also requires the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program for marking catalytic converters with unique identification numbers.

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History

Feb 10

House

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 10

House

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Sep 10, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.