State Policy Resources
From federal and state to international, ReMA’s advocacy efforts build on the role the recycled materials industry has in ensuring a sustainable and resilient future for our planet and our economy.
Lobbyist Network
ReMA hosts monthly Lobbyists Network meetings to discuss the most pressing policy issues. The group also provides insights on state sessions and what is on the horizon.
To learn more, contact Justin Short, ReMA Manager of Government Relations at jshort@recycledmaterials.org or (202) 662-8508.
Advocacy Matters Newsletter
Advocacy Matters is tailored for members of ReMA’s Lobbyists Network to stay informed of the latest developments in ReMA’s advocacy efforts and priorities. A strong national Lobbyists Network is crucial for effective advocacy and representation, enabling ReMA to champion members’ interests, inform policymaking, and navigate the complex legislative and regulatory landscape.
2025 Sessions
State Legislative Sessions
ReMA’s robust state program provides advocacy resources to aid efforts at the local level as well as legislative tracking reports by commodity and issue.
NCSL 2025 State Legislative Session Calendar
Provides an interactive color-coded map of session status for each state and US territory; just click on the state for session dates.
View Session Calendar
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Includes profile dates and other important session deadlines in a single, easy-to-use reference sheet that is downloadable as a PDF.
View Session Chart
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Advocacy Support and Legislative Tracking
State Resources and Tracking
ReMA members have access to state pages with direct links to state government and legal resources and a display of all legislation being tracked. These resources are searchable by commodity, issue, state, and ReMA chapter tracking.
State Metals Theft Law Database
All 50 state legislatures have passed laws intended to combat the growth in metals theft over recent years. ReMA has a compilation of the States Metals Theft Statutes along with options for members to view commonly requested metals theft law reports or request custom reports.
State Policy Helpful Resources
Helpful tools for ReMA members including issue briefs for state lobbyists, chapter and region specific training materials, and state association news.
ReMA’s Position on State Policy Issues
ReMA members have access to state pages with direct links to state government and legal resources and a display of all legislation being tracked. These resources are searchable by commodity, issue, state, and ReMA chapter tracking.
Economic Impact Study
opens in a new tabAll 50 state legislatures have passed laws intended to combat the growth in metals theft over recent years. ReMA has a compilation of the States Metals Theft Statutes along with options for members to view commonly requested metals theft law reports or request custom reports.
Federal Resources
With headquarters in Washington, DC, ReMA regularly meets with nationally elected officials to discuss pertinent industry topics.
Global Reach
International Trade
ReMA’s international trade efforts highlight the essential role of recycled materials in the global economy.
Advocacy
From federal and state to international, ReMA’s advocacy efforts build on the role the recycled materials industry has in ensuring a sustainable and resilient future for our planet and our economy. [