Florida S1196 amends solid waste management laws, focusing on recycling goals, fees, and facility permits.

Florida S1196 amends the state's solid waste management laws by adjusting recycling goals, fees, and facility permits. It prohibits local governments from issuing construction permits for certain solid waste disposal and waste-to-energy facilities under specific circumstances. The bill also allows counties to charge solid waste disposal fees based on the amount and characteristics of recyclable materials. It mandates the Department of Environmental Protection to post recycling rates on its website and evaluate the state's success in meeting solid waste recycling goals.

Florida S1196 amends solid waste management laws, focusing on recycling goals, fees, and facility permits.

Florida S1196 amends the state's solid waste management laws by adjusting recycling goals, fees, and facility permits. It prohibits local governments from issuing construction permits for certain solid waste disposal and waste-to-energy facilities under specific circumstances. The bill also allows counties to charge solid waste disposal fees based on the amount and characteristics of recyclable materials. It mandates the Department of Environmental Protection to post recycling rates on its website and evaluate the state's success in meeting solid waste recycling goals.