Bill > A04850

This bill requires manufacturers to meet certain standards with their packaging in New York state to reduce waste. It establishes guidelines for packaging to be considered "environmentally sound" and sets a timetable by which manufacturers must comply with these provisions. The bill defines key terms like "recyclable," "reduced," and "reusable," and includes exemptions for certain types of packaging. It also outlines enforcement mechanisms, including civil penalties for non-compliance, and provides for public reporting on recycling rates.