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NY S01459
Bill
Status
1/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brian Kavanagh
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AI Summary
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Bans disposal of household appliances and regulated refrigerants as solid waste in New York starting January 1, 2029
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Requires producers to submit collection program plans to the Department of Environmental Conservation by December 31, 2026, and implement programs by July 1, 2027
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Mandates recycling rate targets for household appliances: 30% by year 5, 50% by year 10, and 75% by year 15 after plan approval, with corresponding closed-loop recycling requirements
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Establishes recovery rate targets for regulated refrigerants: 50% by year 5, 70% by year 10, and 90% by year 15 after plan approval
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Requires post-consumer content minimums in new appliances: 10% within one year of plan approval, increasing to 20% after four years and 30% after five years
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Imposes civil penalties up to $500 per violation plus $500 per day for continuing violations, and creates a dedicated fund from penalties to support program administration
Legislative Description
Establishes extended producer responsibility for household appliances and refrigerants; provides that no later than December 31, 2027, producers shall submit a plan to the department of environmental conservation for the establishment of a collection program for certain covered products.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
1/7/2026