HB1264

Hawaii HB1264 establishes an extended producer responsibility program to reduce packaging waste.

Hawaii HB1264 creates an extended producer responsibility program to engage producers in reducing packaging waste. The bill defines key terms such as "packaging volume" and "covered producer." It mandates that covered producers register with the department and pay a fee based on their packaging volume. Counties must develop needs assessments detailing resources needed to reduce packaging waste sent to landfills. The bill establishes an extended producer responsibility special fund to support these efforts. It also outlines enforcement mechanisms, including penalties for non-compliance.