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RI S3012
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark McKenney
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AI Summary
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Establishes Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program requiring producers of packaging and paper products to join a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) by September 1, 2027, and fund recycling, composting, and reuse services for their products
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Creates a beverage container recycling refund (bottle deposit) program with a $0.10 refund value starting July 1, 2030, with redemption rate targets of 65% by 2033 and 85% by 2036
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Requires PROs to submit 5-year program plans with performance targets for recycling rates, composting rates, reuse rates, and postconsumer recycled content, with first plans due January 1, 2029
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Establishes two advisory councils (packaging program and recycling refund) to review PRO activities and advise the Department of Environmental Management, which oversees implementation and enforcement
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Imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation per day ($10,000 for subsequent violations) on producers or PROs that violate requirements, with enforcement beginning after July 1, 2030
Legislative Description
Creates multiple chapters to provide and establish a comprehensive program for extended producer responsibility for packaging and paper, and for recycling of beverage containers.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
3/5/2026