An act relating to the collection and recycling of waste motor vehicle tires

This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program in Vermont to manage the collection and recycling of waste motor vehicle tires, primarily affecting tire manufacturers and retailers. The legislation requires manufacturers to either implement an approved waste tire stewardship plan or participate in a registered stewardship organization before they can sell tires in the state starting January 1, 2026. Manufacturers must register with the Agency of Natural Resources by July 1, 2025, and pay associated fees to comply with the program. The bill also defines specific terms such as waste tire, motor vehicle, and legacy waste tire piles to clarify the scope of the new regulations.