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  • S. 4884, known as the “Fighting Fibers Act of 2024,” requires that starting in 2030, all new washing machines sold in the United States must have a built-in microfiber filtration system. This system is designed to capture small particles during wash cycles to reduce...

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    The Fighting Fibers Act of 2024 is a rule that says all new washing machines in the US need special filters to catch tiny pieces of cloth by 2030, and the people who make these washers could pay fines if they don't follow this rule. It also asks experts to study if these tiny pieces are bad for our health or the Earth.