Establishes a postconsumer paint stewardship program in Massachusetts, requiring manufacturers to submit plans for paint recycling.
The bill mandates that manufacturers of paint sold in Massachusetts submit a plan to the Department of Environmental Protection for a postconsumer paint stewardship program. This program must cover architectural paint and aerosol coatings, with additional products potentially included in future plans. Manufacturers and retailers must not sell paint without an approved program plan. The program must include details such as participating manufacturers, collection sites, and environmentally sound management practices.
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