Bill > HB984

This bill establishes a Mattress Stewardship Program in Maryland, aiming to divert mattresses from landfills and incinerators. Starting January 1, 2035, disposing of mattresses in landfills or incinerators will be prohibited, with limited exceptions for deeply contaminated items that cannot be renovated or recycled. Producers of mattresses sold in the state, or a representative organization acting on their behalf, must submit a plan for this program to the Department of the Environment for approval by July 1, 2031. This plan will outline how mattresses will be collected, transported, and processed, including details on financing through a "Mattress Stewardship Assessment" added to the purchase price, and will aim to minimize public sector involvement and financial responsibility. The bill also creates a Mattress Stewardship Advisory Board to advise on the program's implementation and sustainability, and mandates legislative committees to review the program's effectiveness by December 31, 2033. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2029.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0984?ys=2026RS