Washington SB5586 establishes producer responsibility for electric vehicle batteries, requiring management plans and fees.

Washington SB5586 mandates that producers of electric vehicle batteries in Washington be responsible for their end-of-life management. Producers must submit battery management plans to the Department of Ecology for approval, detailing collection, transportation, remanufacturing, reuse, recycling, and disposal methods. The plans must also include financing strategies and educational materials for consumers. Producers must register with the Department of Ecology and pay an annual fee to cover administrative costs.

Washington SB5586 establishes producer responsibility for electric vehicle batteries, requiring management plans and fees.

Washington SB5586 mandates that producers of electric vehicle batteries in Washington be responsible for their end-of-life management. Producers must submit battery management plans to the Department of Ecology for approval, detailing collection, transportation, remanufacturing, reuse, recycling, and disposal methods. The plans must also include financing strategies and educational materials for consumers. Producers must register with the Department of Ecology and pay an annual fee to cover administrative costs.