SB856

Providing for electronic waste recycling; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; establishing the Advisory Committee on Electronic Waste Recycling; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·6/18/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB856 establishes an electronic waste recycling program, imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and creating an.

Pennsylvania SB856, the Electronic Waste Recycling Modernization Act, sets up a comprehensive electronic waste recycling program. It mandates an eco-fee on new electronic device sales to fund collection and recycling efforts. The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with overseeing the program, including designating a clearinghouse to manage eco-fees and ensuring compliance. Manufacturers and recyclers must register with the department, and collection sites must meet specific standards.

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Environmental Resources & Energy Committee
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History

Jun 18, 2025

Senate

Referred to Environmental Resources & Energy