Bill > SB2474

This bill repeals Hawaii's existing Deposit Beverage Container Program and replaces it with a new Recycling Refund Producer Responsibility Organization Program, aiming to improve recycling efficiency and convenience for consumers. Under the new program, producers of beverages in deposit containers will be responsible for managing their collection and recycling through a non-profit organization, known as a producer responsibility organization (PRO). This PRO will establish a fee structure for producers, develop a network of redemption sites (including express and full-service options), and implement educational outreach to inform consumers about the program. The bill also clarifies definitions for terms like "brand owner" and "deposit beverage," specifies that a 5-cent refund value will be applied to eligible containers, and outlines requirements for labeling and redemption centers, while also making conforming changes to other statutes and repealing the old program's special fund.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2474&year=2026