Missouri HB2611 establishes a battery recycling program for certain batteries sold in the state.

Missouri HB2611 creates a battery recycling program for medium-format rechargeable batteries and lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. Manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of these batteries must join a representative organization that develops a plan for the program. The plan must include contact information, education strategies, funding methods, collection rate goals, and service providers. The program aims to collect, transport, process, and recycle batteries, with a focus on equitable cost distribution and public outreach.

Missouri HB2611 establishes a battery recycling program for certain batteries sold in the state.

Missouri HB2611 creates a battery recycling program for medium-format rechargeable batteries and lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. Manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of these batteries must join a representative organization that develops a plan for the program. The plan must include contact information, education strategies, funding methods, collection rate goals, and service providers. The program aims to collect, transport, process, and recycle batteries, with a focus on equitable cost distribution and public outreach.