Bill > S0177

This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program for waste motor vehicle tires in Vermont, requiring manufacturers to manage the collection and recycling of these tires. Key provisions include the registration of manufacturers and waste tire stewardship organizations (organizations that manage these responsibilities on behalf of manufacturers) with the Agency of Natural Resources, the submission and approval of waste tire stewardship plans by October 1, 2027, which must detail how waste tires will be collected at no cost to consumers, how legacy waste tire piles (large accumulations of old tires) will be addressed, and a minimum recycling or reuse rate of 50 percent. Manufacturers or stewardship organizations must meet a collection rate performance goal, with penalties for failure, and are responsible for educating the public about free collection opportunities. Retailers are prohibited from selling tires from manufacturers not participating in an approved plan starting January 1, 2028, and the bill also includes provisions for reimbursement of costs incurred by manufacturers or stewardship organizations, a private right of action for non-compliance, and annual fees for participating entities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.177