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Introduced
05/17/2023
05/17/2023
In Committee
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to environment; banning certain mercury-containing lighting; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 116.92, by adding a subdivision.
AI Summary
This bill bans the sale of certain mercury-containing lighting products in Minnesota, including screw- or bayonet-base compact fluorescent lamps, mercury vapor lamps, and mercury vapor lamp ballasts, effective January 1, 2025. It also bans the sale of pin-base compact fluorescent lamps and linear fluorescent lamps, effective January 1, 2026. The bill provides exceptions for certain specialty lighting applications, such as image capture and projection, germicidal use, and motor vehicle replacement. The bill does not limit a utility's ability to offer energy-efficient lighting programs or claim energy savings from such programs.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy (on 03/04/2024)
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