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Introduced
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Allows manufacturers to coordinate activities directly related to the recycling of covered electronic devices. Expands the scope of covered electronic devices to include electronic device peripherals and certain legacy devices. Requires manufacturers to provide free collection service locations and collection events.
AI Summary
This bill amends Hawaii's Electronic Device Recycling and Recovery Act to improve electronic waste recycling by allowing manufacturers to coordinate recycling activities, expanding the definition of covered electronic devices to include more types of electronics like peripherals and legacy devices, and requiring manufacturers to provide free collection services. Specifically, manufacturers must establish collection locations in every zip code with over 25,000 residents, create an on-site collection location on Molokai, and host at least four collection events annually in Hawaii County outside of Kona and Hilo. The bill also modifies previous weight-based recycling requirements, which had become challenging due to electronic devices becoming lighter over time. Manufacturers can now collaborate and coordinate their recycling efforts through a designated coordinating body, and they may consider device reuse when calculating their recycling goals. By broadening the scope of recyclable electronics and providing more flexible collection options, the bill aims to make electronic waste recycling more convenient and accessible for Hawaii residents.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to AEN, CPN. (on 01/23/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=987&year=2025 |
BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SB987_.HTM |
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