Iowa SF2477 establishes battery stewardship plans for collection and recycling of covered batteries.

Iowa SF2477 implements battery stewardship plans for the collection and recycling of covered batteries. Producers must submit plans to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by January 1, 2027. Plans must include contact information, brands of covered batteries sold, performance goals, and processes for achieving goals. The bill defines "covered battery" as portable or medium format batteries, excluding certain types. Producers, retailers, and battery stewardship organizations cannot charge consumers for implementing approved plans.

Iowa SF2477 establishes battery stewardship plans for collection and recycling of covered batteries.

Iowa SF2477 implements battery stewardship plans for the collection and recycling of covered batteries. Producers must submit plans to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by January 1, 2027. Plans must include contact information, brands of covered batteries sold, performance goals, and processes for achieving goals. The bill defines "covered battery" as portable or medium format batteries, excluding certain types. Producers, retailers, and battery stewardship organizations cannot charge consumers for implementing approved plans.