Washington D.C. — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released the following statement applauding Congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) for the introduction of H.R. 4466, the Cultivating Investment in Recycling and Circular Local Economies (CIRCLE) Act of 2025.
“The CIRCLE Act is a practical, pro-growth solution that strengthens U.S. recycling infrastructure through private investments,” said Chris Rager, PLASTICS’ Vice President of Government Affairs. “The Plastics Industry Association is proud to join the broad industry coalition supporting the introduction of this groundbreaking legislation.”
“By establishing a targeted tax credit, this bill empowers manufacturers and recyclers to modernize their operations, boost material recovery rates, and drive job creation in communities across the country. It reinforces the role of recycling as a critical part of America’s circular economic strategy. We commend lawmakers for advancing smart policy that supports innovation, economic competitiveness, and responsible resource management,” concluded Rager.
Click here to read the bill text for H.R. 4466, the CIRCLE Act of 2025.
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) supports the entire plastics supply chain, including Equipment Suppliers, Material Suppliers, Processors, and Recyclers, representing over one million workers in our $519 billion U.S. industry. PLASTICS advances the priorities of our members who are dedicated to investing in technologies that improve capabilities and advances in recycling and sustainability and providing essential products that allow for the protection and safety of our lives. Since 1937, PLASTICS has been working to make its members, and the eighth largest U.S. manufacturing industry, more globally competitive while supporting circularity through educational initiatives, industry-leading insights and events, convening opportunities and policy advocacy, including the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, NPE: The Plastics Show.
