Maryland SB603 establishes a Mattress Stewardship Program to manage mattress disposal and recycling.

Maryland SB603 creates a Mattress Stewardship Program to manage the disposal and recycling of mattresses. The bill requires producers and representative organizations to submit plans for the program's establishment, detailing collection, transport, and processing methods. It mandates educational materials for consumers and retailers, and establishes a Mattress Stewardship Advisory Board to advise on program implementation. The program includes a Mattress Stewardship Assessment, which is added to the purchase price of mattresses.

Maryland SB603 establishes a Mattress Stewardship Program to manage mattress disposal and recycling.

Maryland SB603 creates a Mattress Stewardship Program to manage the disposal and recycling of mattresses. The bill requires producers and representative organizations to submit plans for the program's establishment, detailing collection, transport, and processing methods. It mandates educational materials for consumers and retailers, and establishes a Mattress Stewardship Advisory Board to advise on program implementation. The program includes a Mattress Stewardship Assessment, which is added to the purchase price of mattresses.