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This bill strengthens enforcement of cross-border bottle redemption prohibitions by implementing several key provisions for redemption centers and dealers in Connecticut. Redemption centers will now be required to annually register with the Commissioner of Revenue Services, providing detailed information including business principals, operation hours, floor plans, financial resources, and a comprehensive record of containers accepted. Centers must now create a record for individuals redeeming more than 1,200 containers in one day, including the person's name, vehicle license plate, collection points, and a certification that the containers were originally sold in Connecticut. The bill also introduces a new monthly reporting requirement for redemption centers and reverse vending machines, mandating they report the number and type of containers redeemed by town. Additionally, the legislation allows the Commissioner of Revenue Services to examine accounts and records of deposit initiators, dealers, and redemption centers, and provides for increased fines and potential registration suspension for violations. The Commissioner can now hire additional employees to carry out examination and enforcement actions, and the bill establishes a structured penalty system for repeated offenses, with fines ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the number of violations. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Justice

Environment Committee (J)

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