# Senator Curtis Proposes Recycled-Content Standards

Senator John Curtis introduced the Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026 (S. 5674) on October 7, 2026. The proposed bill would establish uniform federal standards for recycled-content claims, require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to update its Green Guides, clarify when mass-balance accounting can substantiate claims, and authorize FTC enforcement against deceptive representations. It is not enacted and does not announce a contract or procurement action, but it could affect how agencies and contractors substantiate recycled-content claims in products and supply chains if passed.

- Procurement teams and suppliers making recycled-content claims should note that the proposed standards could change how those claims are supported and evaluated; the bill does not establish current requirements.
- Contractors providing certification, verification, or compliance support may see related demand if the bill advances, but the signal identifies no specific solicitation, funding, or acquisition.
- The proposal would make the FTC responsible for updating its Green Guides and enforcing against deceptive claims, making the bill’s status relevant to organizations that rely on recycled-content representations in procurement.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Environment
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Policy
**Published:** October 10, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- U.S. Senate
- Congress

### Key Quotes
> American manufacturers should not have to navigate a maze of conflicting rules to make straightforward claims about recycled materials. This bill creates a clear standard that protects consumers from misleading claims while giving businesses the certainty they need to invest in new recycling technologies.
> — John Curtis, U.S. Senator

> Modernizing America’s recycling system is good for the environment and good for American business. Recycling technology has advanced, and federal policy must keep pace.
> — Ross Eisenberg, President of America’s Plastic Makers

### Sources
- [Curtis Introduces Bill to Establish Clear National Standards for Recycled-Content Claims - Senator John Curtis](https://www.curtis.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/curtis-introduces-bill-to-establish-clear-national-standards-for-recycled-content-claims/) - Curtis Senate