Establishes regulations for the collection, transportation, and recycling of rechargeable batteries in New York.

The bill amends the environmental conservation law to establish regulations for rechargeable battery recycling. It requires battery manufacturers to arrange for the return and recycling of used rechargeable batteries collected by retailers. Manufacturers must submit plans for collection, transportation, and recycling to the commissioner, who will approve or reject them within 90 days. Manufacturers must also provide appropriate containers and equipment for safe storage and handling of rechargeable batteries.

Establishes regulations for the collection, transportation, and recycling of rechargeable batteries in New York.

The bill amends the environmental conservation law to establish regulations for rechargeable battery recycling. It requires battery manufacturers to arrange for the return and recycling of used rechargeable batteries collected by retailers. Manufacturers must submit plans for collection, transportation, and recycling to the commissioner, who will approve or reject them within 90 days. Manufacturers must also provide appropriate containers and equipment for safe storage and handling of rechargeable batteries.