STEWARD Act of 2025 and Supporting Paris Agreement Resolution

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the STEWARD Act of 2025 and the Senate resolution supporting the Paris Agreement.

STEWARD Act of 2025

Legislation aimed at improving recycling and composting in the U.S. through federal support, innovation, and local investment.

EPA Grant Program

A pilot grant system established by the STEWARD Act to fund governments, nonprofits, and businesses for improving recycling efforts.

Data Transparency

Requirement for the EPA to gather and share detailed recycling and composting data to enhance national tracking.

Public-Private Partnerships

Collaborations between government and private sectors encouraged by the STEWARD Act to modernize recycling infrastructure.

Support for Underserved Areas

Provisions in the STEWARD Act targeting assistance to rural and low-income communities to improve recycling access.

Outreach & Education

Funding provided by the STEWARD Act for public education aimed at reducing contamination in recycling programs.

Paris Agreement

An international treaty focused on climate change and limiting global warming to 1.5°C that the Senate reaffirms support for through S. Res. 36.

Whole-of-Society Action

Encouragement for collaboration across multiple sectors as emphasized in the Senate resolution for climate change action.

Climate Justice Focus

Recognition that climate change disproportionately affects marginalized and low-income communities, highlighted in the Senate resolution.

Clean Energy Advocacy

Support for clean energy innovation as beneficial for health, security, and economic growth, as stated in the Senate resolution.

U.S. Commitment to Climate Goals

A message sent by the Senate resolution reasserting the U.S. dedication to climate goals after re-entering the Paris Agreement.

Is the STEWARD Act a mandate?

No, it is a voluntary grant and support system.

What is the purpose of S. Res. 36?

To reaffirm Senate support for the Paris Agreement and call for urgent action on climate change.