Bill > S518

This bill establishes an information technology producer responsibility program in Massachusetts. Key provisions include: - Requiring manufacturers of covered electronic equipment (computers and televisions) sold in the state to adopt and implement a collection and recycling plan, meet annual collection goals based on market share, and pay registration and underachievement fees. - Establishing a statewide collection goal and allowing manufacturers to meet their goals by collecting their own brands or other brands, as well as counting reused units towards their goals. - Creating the Electronics Waste Trust Fund to support the program's administration and consumer education efforts. - Prohibiting retailers from selling covered electronic equipment from manufacturers not in compliance with the law. - Authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to enforce the program and levy penalties for noncompliance. The bill aims to increase the collection and recycling of end-of-life consumer electronics in Massachusetts.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S518