Support Americas Act 

Unlock circularity with the first Federal textile reuse and recycling incentive provisions in history!

Closes the de minimis loophole

15% net income exclusion for related businesses

Over $14 billion in loans and grants for: reuse, recycling, repair, rental, reverse logistics and related businesses.

$1 billion for textile related innovation

$100 million public education program for textile reuse and recycling

The U.S. generates 17 million tons of textile waste annually, with 85% ending up in landfills.

Take Action.

Join us in supporting to end textile waste in the U.S.! Read the full bill and our provisions here: Americas Act*

*Sections 232 (Pg. 74) and 199b ( Pg. 93)

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Industry Support.

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  • Text that reads 'MOLTE VOITE' in large yellow letters with a circular blue logo overlapping the top right corner that says 'REUSE - RECYCLE - REBUILD - START TECH - EXPERTISE & STRATEGY'. Beneath, in smaller orange letters, it says 'Many Times'.
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  • Child's drawing of the words "MIND MOTHER" in red crayon, with the letter "O" in "MOTHER" replaced by a red circle.
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Share that you support the Americas Act and help spread the word! Together, we can drive positive change.

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Contact Your Representatives.

One of the best things you can do to see the Americas Act advance is to contact your elected officials and explain why the legislation is vital for circular textile organizations, communities, and economic development. If you want to take it a step further, as an organization, invite them to visit your facility or headquarters!

In the News.

Screenshot of a news article from GreenBiz titled 'Bipartisan bill aims to spur a $14 billion domestic circular economy,' discussing efforts by Republicans and Democrats to promote domestic textile manufacturing.
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The webpage of The National Interest featuring an article titled "Putting the Pep in U.S.-Hemisphere Relations," with an image of a map of South America, U.S. dollar bills, and photos of a man and a woman.
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Screenshot of a news article titled 'Americas Act aims to cut China out of US textile, apparel sourcing picture.' The article mentions US Senators proposing a bill to reduce reliance on China by strengthening partnerships with Western Hemisphere coun
Screenshot of a news article from Sourcing Journal about Congress' Americas Act earmarking $14 billion for circular fashion, with a photo of workers in a manufacturing facility handling machinery.
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Screenshot of a news article titled 'The Americas need to clean up their act. Enter the Americas Act', published by WLRN Public Media, showing three men in suits shaking hands in front of a blue curtain with flags behind them.
Screenshot of a news article titled 'Changes in US-Latin American Trade to Counter China's Expansion' from the Latin American Post website, dated March 12, 2024, featuring an image of a container port with cargo ships and cranes.
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Screenshot of a Financial Times article titled 'How the US could compete with China in Latin America'.

Americas Act FAQs

  • No, this is a Western Hemisphere trade bill, and applies to all industries. ACT's (American Circular Textiles) related portion of the bill is incentive based and non-regulatory, providing grants, loans and other incentives for circular businesses. Whereas EPR is funded through fees on producers, the funding for this bill is through closing the de minimis loophole.

  • The circularity portion of the bill, as of now, only applies to the U.S., thereby focusing on U.S.-specific efforts to mitigate our own waste.

  • If passed, there will be $10 billion in grants and $3 billion in loans for businesses operating in or supporting the circular textile economy.

  • If the bill passes, an organization established by the U.S. Treasury will administer the funding.

  • The de minimis loophole allows shipments valued under $800 to enter the United States without paying taxes or extensive inspection.

    It allows fashion giants to thrive by exploiting unrestricted imports and enables unfair labor practices.

    By closing this loophole, not only can the government ensure fair taxation and consumer protection, but it also stands to curb labor exploitation and foster a more equitable playing field in the marketplace, safeguarding both domestic industries and workers' rights.

  • No! If passed, this bill will be funded through closing the de minimis loophole.