H.R.9615

BRACE Act Battery Recycling for America’s Competitive Economy Act

Introduced·7/9/26

Battery Recycling for America’s Competitive Economy Act supports recycling and recovery of lithium-ion batteries.

The Battery Recycling for America’s Competitive Economy Act, or BRACE Act, aims to support the recycling and recovery of lithium-ion batteries. It modifies universal waste regulations for destination facilities storing lithium-ion batteries before recycling. The Act also updates the Mercury-Containing and Rechargeable Battery Management Act, defining terms like "large quantity handler of universal waste" and "lithium-ion battery.

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History

Jul 14

House

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jul 14

House

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Jul 9

House

Introduced in House