Press Releases

(June 4, 2026 – Washington, D.C.) – Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) President Robin Wiener today released the following statement in response to Rep. Haley Stevens’ (D-MI) introduction of the Secure Aluminum Supply Chains Act:  “ReMA appreciates Rep. Haley Stevens’ continued focus on ensuring U.S. aluminum producers have the feedstock necessary to support domestic production with the...

(May 21, 2026 – Washington, D.C.) – Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) President Robin Wiener today released the following statement in response to House Energy and Commerce Committee passage of H.R. 2145, the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act (RIAA): “ReMA applauds the House Energy and Commerce Committee for advancing the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act (H.R....

(May 13, 2026 – Washington, D.C.) – Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) President Robin Wiener today released the following statement in response to House passage of H.R. 2853, the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (CORCA): “ReMA commends the House for passing the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act (H.R. 2853). Cargo theft is rising across...

(April 23, 2026 – Washington, DC) – On April 13, 2026, the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) Board of Directors approved the proposed revisions to the ferrous special scrap tire specification. As per the Rules Governing the Procedures for the addition, amendment, or withdrawal of Specifications set forth in ReMA’s ISRI Specifications, a public comment period for this...

(April 22, 2026 – Washington, D.C.) – The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) has released a new Economic Impact Study on Earth Day, underscoring the essential role recycled materials play in powering American manufacturing, strengthening supply chains, and advancing environmental sustainability. The study, conducted independently by John Dunham & Associates, measures the industry’s full footprint across the U.S. economy...