"Mattress Stewardship Act;" requires mattress producers to join stewardship organization and implement mattress stewardship program.

The Mattress Stewardship Act requires mattress producers in New Jersey to join a stewardship organization and implement a program for environmentally sound management of discarded mattresses. Retailers must collect a stewardship assessment from consumers at point of sale to cover program costs and provide information about mattress collection opportunities. Stewardship organizations must submit detailed plans to the Department of Environmental Protection for approval, including collection sites, recycling methods, and performance goals. The Department will oversee implementation, publish compliance lists, and can impose civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation for non-compliance. The program aims to increase mattress recycling rates and reduce improper disposal in New Jersey.