Bill > S01464

This bill enacts the "Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act," which establishes a comprehensive framework for reducing packaging waste and improving recycling in New York State. The legislation requires companies selling or distributing packaging materials to register with a packaging reduction organization and develop a plan to reduce packaging waste, increase recycling rates, and eliminate toxic substances in packaging. Key provisions include mandatory reductions in packaging materials (starting at 10% and increasing to 30% over time), requirements for recycled content in certain materials like glass containers and paper bags, and the creation of a toxic packaging task force to identify and prohibit harmful substances in packaging. The bill establishes an advisory council to oversee the program, creates an office of recycling inspector general to enforce compliance, and sets up a funding mechanism where producers pay fees based on their packaging materials. The legislation aims to improve recycling infrastructure, reduce environmental impact, and promote more sustainable packaging practices, with specific targets for packaging reduction, recycling rates, and toxic substance elimination by various target dates.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1464