Massachusetts S571 aims to reduce waste and recycling costs by establishing a packaging reduction program.

Massachusetts S571 mandates the creation of a packaging reduction program to manage covered materials, including packaging and paper products. The bill outlines the establishment of a Packaging Reduction Organization (PRO) to develop and implement a plan for reducing and recycling covered materials. The PRO must submit a plan to the Department of Environmental Protection for approval, which includes strategies for waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. The bill also establishes a sustainable packaging trust to manage funds for program administration and infrastructure investments.

Massachusetts S571 aims to reduce waste and recycling costs by establishing a packaging reduction program.

Massachusetts S571 mandates the creation of a packaging reduction program to manage covered materials, including packaging and paper products. The bill outlines the establishment of a Packaging Reduction Organization (PRO) to develop and implement a plan for reducing and recycling covered materials. The PRO must submit a plan to the Department of Environmental Protection for approval, which includes strategies for waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. The bill also establishes a sustainable packaging trust to manage funds for program administration and infrastructure investments.