An Act to assess the future of mattress recycling in the Commonwealth

This bill amends state law to establish a formal framework for assessing and improving mattress recycling in Massachusetts. It creates specific definitions for key terms like "covered entities," which include retailers and waste facilities that handle discarded mattresses, and "producer," which refers to companies that manufacture or sell mattresses. The legislation sets up a mattress stewardship fee to fund collection, transport, and processing, while also requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to develop performance goals for recycling rates and public awareness. By clarifying roles and funding mechanisms, the bill aims to create a structured approach to managing mattress waste without mandating specific recycling outcomes.