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ACC Letter to House and Senate Leadership on Plastics Excise Tax 

We are writing to express our serious concerns with a proposal recently circulated by the Senate Finance Committee staff to enact a “plastics excise tax” of $.20 per pound on the  sale of virgin plastic as a potential revenue raiser in the reconciliation package. It is a proposal that will raise revenue, but it will also harm American competitiveness and American consumers, hinder research and development and fail to meaningfully curb plastic waste in our environment.

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American Chemistry Council

The American Chemistry Council’s mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and Communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably—for generations to come.