SB016

Colorado SB016 prohibits the discharge of plastic pellets and other preproduction plastic materials into state waters.

Colorado SB016, known as the Plastic Pellet-Free Waters Act, prohibits the discharge of plastic pellets and other preproduction plastic materials into state waters. The act defines "discharge" as the introduction or addition of a pollutant into state waters, wastewater, storm water runoff, or other runoff. It also defines "facility" as a place where preproduction plastic materials are manufactured, handled, or transported in the state. The act applies to conduct occurring on or after its effective date, which is August 12, 2026, unless a referendum petition is filed.