Florida H1067 establishes a framework for safe collection, transport, and recycling of covered batteries, prohibiting sales of certain batteries.

Florida H1067, the Safe Battery Collection and Recovery Act, mandates that producers and retailers cannot sell certain batteries unless they are members of a battery stewardship organization with an approved plan by the Department of Environmental Protection. The act defines "covered batteries" as portable or medium format batteries, excluding those in medical devices or certain electronics. Beginning January 1, 2028, producers and retailers must be part of an approved stewardship organization to sell these batteries.

Florida H1067 establishes a framework for safe collection, transport, and recycling of covered batteries, prohibiting sales of certain batteries.

Florida H1067, the Safe Battery Collection and Recovery Act, mandates that producers and retailers cannot sell certain batteries unless they are members of a battery stewardship organization with an approved plan by the Department of Environmental Protection. The act defines "covered batteries" as portable or medium format batteries, excluding those in medical devices or certain electronics. Beginning January 1, 2028, producers and retailers must be part of an approved stewardship organization to sell these batteries.