Improves solid waste management in Washington by implementing producer responsibility programs.

The bill establishes producer responsibility programs for packaging and paper products in Washington. It requires producers to join producer responsibility organizations to manage their covered materials. These organizations must implement programs to reduce waste, promote reuse, and increase recycling and composting rates. The bill sets performance targets and statewide requirements for these programs, including minimum levels of solid waste collection and recycling services. It also mandates needs assessments, contingency plans, and education and outreach activities.

Improves solid waste management in Washington by implementing producer responsibility programs.

The bill establishes producer responsibility programs for packaging and paper products in Washington. It requires producers to join producer responsibility organizations to manage their covered materials. These organizations must implement programs to reduce waste, promote reuse, and increase recycling and composting rates. The bill sets performance targets and statewide requirements for these programs, including minimum levels of solid waste collection and recycling services. It also mandates needs assessments, contingency plans, and education and outreach activities.