HB 2740 Summary

• Establishes the Hawaii Zero Waste Initiative within the Department of Health with the goal of sending zero waste to landfills or incineration.

• Directs the Department of Health to transition Hawaii from a linear waste economy to a circular waste economy through policies promoting waste reduction, reuse, refill, composting, and recycling.

• Requires the Department of Health to consider market-based solutions including extended producer responsibility programs for products such as carpets, appliances, electronics, packaging, batteries, paint, tires, and mattresses.

• Mandates the Department of Health to work with state agencies, counties, and the private sector to implement the initiative while conducting public outreach and education statewide.

• Requires annual legislative reports on the progress and implementation of the Hawaii Zero Waste Initiative.