Expands the state battery stewardship program to include electric vehicle batteries.
The bill expands the state battery stewardship program to include electric vehicle batteries. Producers and retailers must participate in a battery stewardship organization to sell batteries in the state. The program aims to encourage reuse and recycling, discourage problematic materials, and reduce environmental impacts. Collection sites must be accessible and convenient, with specific requirements for urban and isolated areas. The program includes education and outreach components, and it prohibits charging fees for battery collection.
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