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FL H0189

Comprehensive Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan


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Introduced
01/15/2025
In Committee
01/22/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/17/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act relating to a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan; amending s. 403.7032, F.S.; authorizing certain private businesses to participate in a program to annually report the amount of materials they recycle, using a specified form; requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to develop a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan by a specified date, based on certain department recommendations; specifying minimum requirements for the comprehensive plan; requiring the department to publish a report; specifying requirements for the report; providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends Florida's recycling regulations by allowing private businesses (except certified recovered materials dealers) to voluntarily report their recycling materials to counties using the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) designated reporting format. The bill requires the DEP to develop and implement a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan by July 1, 2026, based on recommendations from the "Florida and the 2020 75% Recycling Goal-Final Report." The plan must include specific recycling goals and an incentive program for private businesses, wherein companies can receive 1-2 years off their licensing fees for increasing their recycling rates (1 year for a 15% increase and 2 years for an 80% or higher recycling rate). Additional requirements include encouraging businesses to post lists of recyclable materials near recycling bins and ensuring all businesses are notified about the program. After implementing the plan, the DEP must publish a list of businesses that have received incentives through the program. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to promote sustainable materials management and waste diversion across Florida's private sector.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn prior to introduction (on 02/17/2025)

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