A 7234 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Relates to false claims about recyclability and plastic container labelling

Summary
Provides that it is deceptive to misrepresent that a product or package is recyclable unless it can be collected, separated or otherwise recovered from the waste stream through an established recycling program for reuse or use in manufacturing or assembling another item; requires the department of environmental conservation to develop regulations on types and forms of plastic products and packaging for which a claim of recyclability may be made; requires all rigid plastic containers sold in this state be labeled with a code that indicates the resin used to produce such container; makes related provisions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2023
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Governor
Introduced May 15, 2023 Last action Jan 3, 2024
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Jan 3, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
May 15, 2023
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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