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NY A02089
NY A02089Requires manufacturers to meet certain standards with their packaging in New York state to reduce waste; establishes the guidelines and sets a timetable by which manufacturers must comply with these provisions.
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Introduced
01/23/2023
01/23/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to the reduction and recycling of packaging
AI Summary
This bill amends the environmental conservation law in New York to require manufacturers to use environmentally sound packaging, which means packaging that is reduced, reusable, recycled, or recyclable. The bill defines key terms, establishes exemptions, sets labeling requirements, and outlines enforcement and violation provisions. The goal is to reduce packaging waste in the solid waste stream by increasing the demand for post-consumer materials in the manufacturing sector.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
referred to environmental conservation (on 01/03/2024)
Bill Topics
Environment
- ‐ Environmental Compliance and Enforcement
- ‐ Waste Disposal
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A2089 | 01/23/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A02089&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A02089 | 01/23/2023 |
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