A resolution designating July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

SRES 296 designates July 2023 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month" to raise public awareness about plastic pollution. The resolution recognizes the environmental and health impacts of plastic waste but does not create new laws or funding. It encourages all U.S. individuals to voluntarily reduce plastic use and support cleanup efforts during July 2023 and year-round. This is a symbolic, non-binding resolution focused on public engagement, not policy changes.