Establishes a stewardship program for batteries, prohibits mercury in batteries, modifies lead acid batteries and rechargeable consumer products.

The bill establishes a stewardship program for batteries in Minnesota, aiming to manage the collection, transportation, and disposal of batteries to protect the environment and public health. It prohibits the sale of batteries containing mercury and modifies provisions for lead acid batteries and rechargeable consumer products. Manufacturers of rechargeable batteries and products must ensure proper collection and recycling systems. Retailers must accept returned large lead acid batteries and charge a surcharge if a used battery is not returned.

Establishes a stewardship program for batteries, prohibits mercury in batteries, modifies lead acid batteries and rechargeable consumer products.

The bill establishes a stewardship program for batteries in Minnesota, aiming to manage the collection, transportation, and disposal of batteries to protect the environment and public health. It prohibits the sale of batteries containing mercury and modifies provisions for lead acid batteries and rechargeable consumer products. Manufacturers of rechargeable batteries and products must ensure proper collection and recycling systems. Retailers must accept returned large lead acid batteries and charge a surcharge if a used battery is not returned.