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BillHR 7523 · 119

Spent Petroleum Catalyst Recycling and Critical Minerals and Metals Recovery Exemption Act

Introduced
Feb 12, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 12, 2026

Bill Summary

Exempts the recycling of spent petroleum catalysts from certain regulations, allowing for the recovery of critical minerals and metals. Requires the recycling process to meet specific standards.

Sponsored By

Troy Balderson
Republican · Ohio · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 12, 2026
  2. Feb 12, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects companies that recycle spent petroleum catalysts, potentially reducing their regulatory costs and increasing their ability to recover valuable minerals and metals. It may also impact the environment and public health by promoting the safe recycling of hazardous materials.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
IntroducedFeb 12, 2026
Last UpdatedFeb 12, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Climate
  • Tech

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.