Bill > HB906

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 and peripherals (such as keyboards, mice, video game consoles, and adapters), and requiring manufacturers to provide free collection services. Specifically, manufacturers must establish collection locations in every zip code with over 25,000 residents, create one collection site 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 targets, which had been challenging for manufacturers due to decreasing device weights, and provides manufacturers more flexibility in how they meet their recycling obligations. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that protects manufacturers from antitrust scrutiny when collaborating on recycling plans, allowing them to negotiate, contract, and coordinate recycling efforts without legal risk. These changes aim to make electronic waste recycling more convenient and accessible for Hawaii residents while providing manufacturers with more practical ways to meet recycling requirements.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=906&year=2026