HI HB1610

Limits monthly or semi-annual distribution report and supporting records submission requirements to only selected deposit beverage distributors and redemption centers chosen through the department's risk-based audit process.

Repeals the requirement for all deposit beverage distributors to develop and submit an internal control process to the Deposit Beverage Container Program for approval.

Eliminates the mandate for deposit beverage distributors to obtain independent audits for years ending in odd numbers.

Maintains the existing risk-based audit process that considers factors such as transaction amounts, prior audit findings, and audit frequency to select businesses for periodic review.

Takes effect upon approval, reducing compliance costs for small and mid-sized beverage distributors while retaining oversight through the risk-based auditing system.