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Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation in New York

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Rechargeable Batteries

NYPSC Senate Bill Support Memo (April 12, 2010)
NYPSC Assembly Bill Support Memo
(April 12, 2010)
Summary of NY Rechargeable Battery Legislation

     A 6813D       S 3593B
  • Bans the disposal of rechargeable batteries to solid waste.
  • Retailers selling rechargeable batteries are required to post signage in-store advising consumers of the disposal ban and of the opportunity to recycle batteries at their locations.
  • If retailers are selling batteries remotely (i.e. via catalog, phone, internet), they must notify the consumer of the disposal ban and how to access free recycling.
  • Rechargeable battery manufacturers must arrange for and finance the recycling of all used rechargeable batteries collected by retailers.
  • The Department of Environmental Conservation must approve the manufacturers' plans to finance and operate the collection program. Violators of the law will be subject to civil penalties.

Mercury Thermostats

NYPSC Assembly Bill Support Memo  (April 12, 2010)
NYPSC Senate Bill Support Memo (May 7, 2010)

      A 10160 (Sweeney)       S7752 (Thompson)

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