Battery stewardship plans for collection, recycling, and disposal of covered batteries.

The bill mandates the implementation of battery stewardship plans for covered batteries, which include portable and medium format batteries. Producers must submit plans to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by January 1, 2027, with a term of no more than five years. Plans must include performance goals, collection site criteria, and funding methods. Producers and retailers are prohibited from selling covered batteries or battery-containing products without an approved plan.

Battery stewardship plans for collection, recycling, and disposal of covered batteries.

The bill mandates the implementation of battery stewardship plans for covered batteries, which include portable and medium format batteries. Producers must submit plans to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by January 1, 2027, with a term of no more than five years. Plans must include performance goals, collection site criteria, and funding methods. Producers and retailers are prohibited from selling covered batteries or battery-containing products without an approved plan.