AL HB402

Amends Section 22-27-2 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to add definition of "mass balance attribution" as an optional chain of custody accounting methodology for manufacturers to account for input and output of materials.

Defines mass balance attribution as an optional third-party certification system that enables tracking of chemical recycling feedstocks and products, particularly for manufacturers processing pre-consumer or post-consumer plastics.

Classifies recovered materials processing facilities as manufacturing facilities rather than solid waste management facilities under the Solid Wastes and Recyclable Materials Management Act.

Requires recovered materials processing facilities to notify the Alabama Department of Environmental Management according to department rules no later than January 1, 2025.

Becomes effective October 1, 2024.