This bill expresses support for designating April 24, 2025, as "Remanufacturing Day" to recognize the economic and environmental benefits of remanufacturing.
Haley Stevens
Representative
MI-11
This bill expresses support for designating April 24, 2025, as "Remanufacturing Day" to recognize the economic and environmental benefits of remanufacturing. It encourages businesses, state agencies, nonprofits, schools, and individuals to participate in celebrating this day. The bill also references a 2012 ITC report, highlighting the significant job creation, production, and export value associated with the remanufacturing industry in the United States.
Resolution Supports Designating April 24, 2025 as 'Remanufacturing Day'
This resolution throws official support behind naming April 24, 2025, as "Remanufacturing Day." The main idea is to shine a spotlight on remanufacturing – think rebuilding products to be good as new – recognizing it as a smart move for both the environment and the economy. It's essentially a thumbs-up from the House, encouraging everyone to acknowledge the industry's contributions.
Why Remanufacturing Gets a Nod
So, what's the big deal about remanufacturing? It's more than just recycling; it involves taking used products, breaking them down, replacing worn parts, and bringing them back to their original performance standards. This resolution points to some solid numbers from a 2012 U.S. International Trade Commission report: the industry supported at least 180,000 full-time jobs back then, saw a 15% production bump between 2009 and 2011, and generated billions in exports ($11.2 billion annually, according to the report cited). By encouraging businesses, schools, government agencies, and regular folks to mark Remanufacturing Day, the resolution aims to boost awareness of these benefits – keeping usable materials out of landfills while supporting American jobs and manufacturing. It’s a symbolic gesture, but one that highlights an often-overlooked part of the sustainable economy.