Chemicals & Plastics
Industrial chemicals and plastics manufacturers. Dow, DuPont, BASF US, ExxonMobil chemicals, plastic resin producers.
Bills that help Chemicals & Plastics
- Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25] · confidence 0.90
Section 3 increases SBA 7(a) loan limits for small manufacturers, which includes chemicals and plastics manufacturers classified under NAICS sectors 31-33, providing them greater access to financing.
- IMPACT Act Rep. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7] · confidence 0.85
Section 2(e)(10)(A) focuses on 'Novel materials and alternative domestic feedstocks and processing operations' for low-emissions cement, concrete, and asphalt, which could benefit chemical manufacturers developing new binders, additives, or alternative materials.
- American Manufacturers over Argentine Bailouts Act Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] · confidence 0.85
Section 3's relief program applies to manufacturers impacted by tariffs on foreign inputs; chemical and plastics producers using steel/aluminum inputs could qualify if they meet size and domestic sourcing requirements.
- Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act of 2025 Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] · confidence 0.85
Chemical and plastics manufacturers (NAICS 325, 326) are included in the definition of 'small manufacturer' (sectors 31-33), so they benefit from increased SBA loan limits (up to $7.5M/$10M) under Sections 3 and 4, enabling greater investment in production capacity.
- To terminate certain tariffs imposed pursuant to emergency authorities and require congressional approval for the imposition of similar tariffs, and for other purposes. Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38] · confidence 0.80
Section 2 terminates tariffs on steel and aluminum, which are used in chemical plant equipment and plastics manufacturing machinery; lower input costs benefit producers.
- REFINER Act Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5] · confidence 0.80
Section 2 examines petrochemical refineries' contributions to liquid fuels and feedstocks, which are key inputs for chemicals and plastics manufacturing, potentially benefiting that industry through improved feedstock supply.
- Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12] · confidence 0.80
Chemical manufacturing and plastics production facilities are major stationary sources subject to preconstruction permitting under the Clean Air Act. The bill’s delay in applying new or revised NAAQS to such permits (unless EPA issues concurrent guidance) defers the need for these industries to meet stricter emissions standards, providing a temporary regulatory advantage.
- Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 80) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to ''National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Integrated Activity Plan Record of Decision''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 130) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to ''Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 131) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to ''Coastal Plain Oil and Gas Leasing Program Record of Decision''; providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 58) denouncing the horrors of socialism; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1949) to repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3109) to require the Secretary of Energy to direct the National Petroleum Council to issue a report with respect to petrochemical refineries in the United States, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5107) to repeal the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 enacted by the District of Columbia Council; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5214) to require mandatory pretrial and post conviction detention for crimes of violence and dangerous crimes and require mandatory cash bail for certain offenses that pose a threat to public safety or order in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes; and for other purposes. Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5] · confidence 0.80
Section 5 waives points of order for H.R. 3109, requiring a report on petrochemical refineries, which supports the petrochemical sector (a subset of chemicals and plastics) by potentially informing policy favorable to refineries.
- Critical Materials Future Act of 2025 Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] · confidence 0.80
Section 4(b)(2) aims to support a sufficient domestic critical materials processing industry, which benefits chemical manufacturers that use critical materials as feedstock.
- Supporting the designation of November 15, 2025, as "America Recycles Day" to raise awareness of, and promote a national discussion about, recycling, and advance the circular economy. Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] · confidence 0.80
Resolution supports recycling and circular economy, which benefits plastics recycling industry and related chemical manufacturers by promoting demand for recycled materials.
- To amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to allow Federal agencies to rely on certain previously completed environmental assessments and environmental impact statements to satisfy the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes. Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22] · confidence 0.75
Section 2(b) may reduce NEPA delays for chemical plant expansions or plastics manufacturing facilities needing Federal approvals.
- To increase the supply of affordable housing in America. Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9] · confidence 0.75
Section 204 funds whole-home repairs including 'energy and water efficiency' which often involves installation of plastic-based materials (PVC piping, insulation, vapor barriers) and chemical products (sealants, adhesives, coatings), directly benefiting chemicals and plastics manufacturers.
- SECURE Minerals Act of 2026 Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1] · confidence 0.75
Section 202(b)(1)(B)(III) includes 'manufacturing' as a supported sector, and critical minerals are essential for catalysts and specialty chemicals used in plastics production.
- Apex Area Technical Corrections Act Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4] · confidence 0.70
Section 2(5) adds a mineral materials exemption for sales resulting from grading, land balancing, or surface activities on parcels where the U.S. retains mineral interest, allowing exempt sales under federal regulations. This could benefit companies involved in extracting or processing minerals, chemicals, or plastics derived from such land activities, though the connection is indirect.
- Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4] · confidence 0.70
Division B, Title III, Department of Energy, Fossil Energy: $720,000,000 for Department of Energy expenses necessary in carrying out fossil energy research and development activities, under the authority of the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7101 et seq.), including the acquisition of interest, including defeasible and equitable interests in any real property or any facility or for plant or facility acquisition or expansion, and for conducting inquiries, technological investiga
- Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027 Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3] · confidence 0.70
Title III includes $700,000,000 for Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy research, which includes chemical processing and could benefit chemicals and plastics manufacturers through related R&D.
- Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025 Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] · confidence 0.70
Section 7(12)(B)(xi) includes advanced materials science as an emerging technology, and Section 2 promotes domestic production of such technologies.
Bills that harm Chemicals & Plastics
- WIPPES Act Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9] · confidence 0.90
Section 2(g)(4)(A)(II) defines covered product as a premoistened, nonwoven disposable wipe composed entirely or in part of petrochemical-derived fibers, which are derived from chemicals and plastics industry; requiring labeling and prohibiting flushability claims imposes compliance costs and potential market contraction.
- Commonsense Legislating Act Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2] · confidence 0.90
Title IX, Section 901 prohibits House personnel from serving as officers or directors of any public company, which includes industrial chemicals and plastics manufacturers like Dow, DuPont, BASF US, ExxonMobil chemicals, plastic resin producers, etc., imposing a restriction that could limit their ability to engage with House personnel, thus a potential cost.
- To amend the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to reauthorize certain Environmental Protection Agency programs, and for other purposes. Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1] · confidence 0.90
Section 2 amends the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to reauthorize EPA programs to combat plastic waste through 2030, indicating increased regulatory focus on plastic waste reduction, which could impose costs on plastics manufacturers via potential future regulations, fees, or restrictions.
- WIPPES Act Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] · confidence 0.90
Section 2(a) requires covered entities (manufacturers, wholesalers, suppliers, retailers) to label covered products with 'Do Not Flush' labeling. Covered products include premoistened, nonwoven disposable wipes marketed as baby wipes, household or personal care wipes, antibacterial wipes, disinfecting wipes, general purpose cleaning wipes, bathroom cleaning wipes, toilet cleaning wipes, hard surface cleaning wipes, hand sanitizing wipes, makeup removal wipes, feminine hygiene wipes, adult hygien
- Reducing Waste in National Parks Act Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] · confidence 0.90
Section 2(b)(1) calls for elimination of sale and distribution of disposable plastic products, directly reducing demand for plastic manufacturers and resin producers.
- Save Our Seas 2.0 Marine Debris Infrastructure Programs Reauthorization Act Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK] · confidence 0.90
Section 2 amends the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to reauthorize EPA programs to combat plastic waste, extending the authorization from 2025 to 2030, which imposes regulatory costs on plastics manufacturers.
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers". Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5] · confidence 0.85
Walk-in coolers and freezers often use insulating foams and plastic components; overturning efficiency standards may reduce demand for advanced insulating materials and plastics used in high-efficiency units, negatively affecting chemical and plastics suppliers that produce these materials.
- Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17] · confidence 0.85
Section 4(a) includes petrochemical products in the scope of sanctions, affecting companies involved in chemicals and plastics manufacturing that rely on Iranian petrochemical feedstocks.
- MERICA Act of 2025 Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4] · confidence 0.85
Section 1(1)(G)(B)(v)-(vii) excludes sodium, potassium, and sulfur from 'hardrock mineral', which are key feedstocks for chemicals and plastics manufacturing; their exclusion means they remain outside the leasing framework now applied to hardrock minerals.
- Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026 Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK] · confidence 0.85
Section 210 requires agencies to coordinate with food service providers to eliminate or reduce plastic waste, including plastic straws, and explore biodegradable items, which imposes regulatory costs on plastics manufacturers and reduces demand for single-use plastics.
- Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 42) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 61) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources". Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23] · confidence 0.80
Section 2 waives points of order against H.J. Res. 61, which provides for congressional disapproval of an EPA rule on 'National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing'. Disapproval would weaken air pollution controls for tire manufacturing, a source of hazardous emissions that could increase regulatory burden on chemical and plastics producers if the rule is seen as a baseline for similar standards.
- Recycling and Composting Accountability Act Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] · confidence 0.70
Section 3(f) evaluates end-market sales of recyclable materials, including plastics, which could lead to reduced demand for virgin plastics if recycling rates improve, harming plastics manufacturers.
- Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] · confidence 0.65
Restrictions on mineral leasing and federal land use (Sec. 303, 205(h), 202) reduce access to feedstocks and development zones for chemicals and plastics manufacturing that depend on oil and gas extraction, imposing indirect costs.
- To prohibit price gouging with respect to goods subject to a tariff, and for other purposes. Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3] · confidence 0.50
Section 3(a) may limit price increases on tariffed chemicals/plastics; Section 3(c)(3)(A)(i) targets large producers with $1B+ US revenue.