The Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2025 establishes a federal pilot grant program managed by the Environmental Protection Agency to fund recycling infrastructure improvements in underserved communities. States, local governments, Indian Tribes, and public-private partnerships can apply for competitive grants ranging from $500,000 to $15 million to build or expand recycling infrastructure, particularly using a "hub-and-spoke" model with transfer stations and curbside collection programs. The bill prioritizes communities with limited access to recycling facilities (fewer than one materials recovery facility within 75 miles) and requires at least 70 percent of funding to go directly to underserved communities. The federal government will cover up to 90 percent of project costs, though this requirement can be waived for entities facing significant financial hardship. Congress authorizes $30 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2029, with up to 5 percent available for EPA administrative costs and technical assistance to applicants.
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