Press Releases

(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...

(April 22, 2026 – Washington, DC) – On April 13, 2026, the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) Board of Directors approved the addition of the specification Ginger to ReMA’s ISRI Specifications. 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 20, 2026- Washington, D.C.) – The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) has announced the election of its 2026–2028 slate of national officers, welcoming new leadership at a critical time for U.S. manufacturing, global trade, and supply chain resilience. Elected by ReMA members during the ReMA2026 Convention and Exposition, the new officers will guide the industry as...