Directs the department of environmental conservation to establish a composting symbol
This bill directs the Department of Environmental Conservation to create a specific symbol for products that are safe to compost. The department must develop this logo, compile a list of eligible items such as single-use food containers and compostable plastics, and establish rules with penalties for non-compliance. The law takes effect immediately to standardize how compostable materials are identified and regulated.
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May 2024
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Introduced May 16, 2024
Last action May 16, 2024
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May 16, 2024
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Iwen Chu
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