Bill > SF1980

This bill establishes a comprehensive mattress recycling program in Minnesota by implementing a $5 recycling assessment on each mattress and box spring sold in the state. The bill defines key terms such as "producer" (which includes brand owners, importers, and retailers who elect to take responsibility for recycling) and "retailer" (sellers of mattresses at retail), and mandates that both producers and retailers collect and remit this $5 assessment to the Commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency on a quarterly basis. The collected funds will be deposited into a special mattress recycling account in the state treasury, with the money specifically earmarked for grants to local governments to expand and support mattress recycling programs. The commissioner is allowed to retain up to 2.5 percent of grant awards to cover administrative costs. The goal of this legislation is to create a sustainable funding mechanism for improving mattress recycling infrastructure across Minnesota, addressing environmental concerns about mattress disposal and promoting more eco-friendly waste management practices.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1980&ssn=0&y=2025