Minnesota HF5129 mandates a tire stewardship program for collecting and recycling discarded tires, financed by tire producers.

Minnesota HF5129 establishes a system for collecting and recycling discarded tires, financed and operated by tire producers. The bill requires producers to participate in a tire stewardship program approved by the commissioner. The program must establish a statewide collection system, allow free tire disposal, ensure transportation for recycling, and promote the program. It must also assist in developing a market for recycled tires, fund activities through producer fees, and conduct outreach to increase public awareness.

Minnesota HF5129 mandates a tire stewardship program for collecting and recycling discarded tires, financed by tire producers.

Minnesota HF5129 establishes a system for collecting and recycling discarded tires, financed and operated by tire producers. The bill requires producers to participate in a tire stewardship program approved by the commissioner. The program must establish a statewide collection system, allow free tire disposal, ensure transportation for recycling, and promote the program. It must also assist in developing a market for recycled tires, fund activities through producer fees, and conduct outreach to increase public awareness.