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AZ SB1230

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2024

Primary Sponsor

Juan Mendez

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)

AI Summary

  • Establishes a manufacturer-funded statewide recycling program for covered electronic devices (computer monitors, desktop/portable computers, and televisions with viewable areas greater than 4 inches diagonally).

  • Requires manufacturers to register annually with the department, pay registration fees, and submit plans describing how they will provide statewide collection, transportation, and recycling services by January 1, 2025.

  • Prohibits manufacturers and retailers from selling covered electronic devices unless they are branded and included in a manufacturer's registered plan.

  • Mandates manufacturers provide free collection and recycling services to households in every county and at least one collection site in cities with populations of 50,000 or more; manufacturers may charge only for premium services like scheduled pickups.

  • Creates the covered electronic devices fund administered by the department to implement and enforce the program, funded by manufacturer registration fees, gifts, grants, legislative appropriations, and up to $500,000 annually from the existing recycling fund through July 1, 2026.

Legislative Description

Large electronics; recycling

Fees

Last Action

Senate read second time

1/30/2024

Committee Referrals

Rules1/29/2024
Natural Resources, Energy and Water1/29/2024

Full Bill Text

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