Bill > SB6005

This bill aims to improve Washington's solid waste management outcomes. Key provisions include: This bill requires producers of covered products (packaging and paper products) to join a producer responsibility organization or register individually to develop and implement a plan to provide convenient collection services, ensure responsible management of collected materials, meet performance targets for recycling and source reduction, and fund education and outreach efforts. The bill establishes minimum postconsumer recycled content requirements for certain plastic products. It also makes various amendments to state solid waste management laws, including assigning producer responsibility, requiring the utilities and transportation commission to establish reimbursement rates for regulated service providers, and creating a packaging financial assistance program funded by producer responsibility organizations. The bill aims to provide a comprehensive, producer-funded approach to improve recycling infrastructure and outcomes in the state.