Bill > S06393

This bill expands requirements for manufacturers of electronic products to develop and implement more comprehensive electronic waste (e-waste) collection and recycling programs in New York State. The legislation mandates that manufacturers use geographic modeling to ensure that at least 90% of New York residents have an e-waste collection site within 15 miles of their home, with additional permanent collection sites based on population density. For counties with smaller populations, manufacturers must conduct at least three community collection events annually. The bill also requires manufacturers to develop more robust public education and outreach programs, including internet websites, toll-free phone numbers, product manual information, advertisements, press releases, and post-purchase electronic notifications to help consumers understand how to return and recycle electronic equipment. Furthermore, manufacturers are required to cover all costs associated with collection, transportation, and recycling of electronic waste, and cannot charge consumers, municipalities, or collection sites for these services (with limited exceptions for business consumers and premium services). The bill also provides a mechanism for e-waste collection sites to request investigation if they believe a manufacturer is not covering the full costs of e-waste management. These changes aim to improve e-waste recycling accessibility, transparency, and consumer awareness in New York State.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6393