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This bill establishes a comprehensive Mattress Stewardship Program in Maryland to reduce mattress waste and promote recycling. The bill requires producers of mattresses to submit a plan by July 1, 2027, for a statewide program that will create a system for collecting, transporting, and recycling used mattresses. Starting January 1, 2031, the bill prohibits disposing of mattresses in landfills or incinerators, with limited exceptions for deeply contaminated mattresses. The program will be funded by a mattress stewardship assessment added to the purchase price of new mattresses, which will cover the costs of collection, processing, and program administration. A new Mattress Stewardship Advisory Board will be created to oversee the program, with members representing various stakeholders including legislators, government officials, industry representatives, environmental advocates, and community groups. The bill emphasizes social equity by requiring the program to prioritize job creation for disadvantaged populations, ensure accessibility for underserved communities, and include provisions for fair labor practices. Producers and retailers will be required to provide educational materials about mattress recycling, and annual reports will track the program's progress in diverting mattresses from disposal. The program aims to create a more sustainable approach to mattress waste management while considering environmental justice and economic opportunities.

Education, Transportation and Infrastructure

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