Bill > HB1150

This bill aims to improve Washington's solid waste management outcomes by establishing a comprehensive producer responsibility program for packaging and paper products. The bill requires producers of covered materials to create and fund a statewide program that encourages waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting. Key provisions include mandating producers to join a producer responsibility organization, developing statewide collection lists for recyclable and compostable materials, creating an advisory council to provide oversight, and establishing performance targets for waste reduction, recycling, and postconsumer recycled content. The program will begin implementation in 2026, with producers required to finance collection, transportation, and processing of used materials, and provide education and outreach to consumers. The bill also includes provisions for service provider reimbursement, infrastructure investments, and an equity study to examine the program's impacts on workers and communities. Additionally, the legislation introduces minimum compensation standards for workers at large material recovery facilities and creates mechanisms for ongoing program evaluation and potential improvement.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1150&Year=2025&Initiative=false