The Plastic Health Research Act authorizes the federal government to establish and fund a coordinated research program investigating the health effects of plastic exposure, including microplastics and nanoplastics in food, water, consumer products, and workplaces. The legislation requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services, working with the EPA, FDA, and other agencies, to award grants and contracts to universities, nonprofits, and research institutions to develop standardized testing methods, improve research quality, and fill gaps in understanding how plastic exposure affects human health. The bill also establishes "centers of excellence" at research institutions to conduct long-term studies on plastic health impacts and increase public awareness of findings. The program is authorized to receive $10 million per year from 2026 through 2030 for both research grants and centers of excellence, with annual progress reports required to Congress and the public.
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