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CT HB05146

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/10/2016

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Connecticut General Statutes Section 22a-241k to add "ballfields" to the definition of common gathering venues where recycling is required.
  • Requires common gathering venues where designated recyclable items are generated and solid waste is collected to provide recycling receptacles accessible to the public at the same locations as trash receptacles.
  • Allows existing trash receptacles to be converted to recycling receptacles through labeling or other appropriate identification methods.
  • Exempts venue owners, operators, or municipalities from providing recycling receptacles if another person provides them under contract.
  • Takes effect October 1, 2016.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Recycling And The Reduction Of Litter At Public Ballfields.

Last Action

Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations

3/22/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations3/22/2016
Environment2/10/2016

Full Bill Text

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