CA AB2562

Requires dealers in underserved beverage container recycling zones to unconditionally submit an affidavit to the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery confirming they meet redemption standards, rather than having the option to pay $100 per day.

Establishes a civil penalty greater than $100 per day for dealers who fail to submit the required affidavit, with penalties deposited into the Penalty Account of the California Beverage Container Recycling Fund.

Repeals obsolete exemption provisions that allowed dealers to avoid requirements if a recycling center application was pending before the department.

Specifies that no state reimbursement is required because the bill only creates new crime or infraction penalties under existing law.