SF1228 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Requirement that residents who do not recycle pay for recycling services repeal
Related bill: HF789
AI Generated Summary
Senate Bill S.F. No. 1228 aims to amend certain environmental regulations in Minnesota, specifically concerning waste collection and recycling charges. The bill modifies existing statutes to:
- Require waste collectors to charge based on the amount of waste (volume or weight) a resident disposes of.
- Allow local authorities to impose waste policies, provided they are consistent with the county's solid waste management strategies.
- Prohibit waste collectors from charging residents who recycle more than those who do not.
- Enable the authority to exempt certain areas from the volume-based pricing if it's demonstrated that alternative mechanisms in place are more effective at discouraging waste-related issues like onsite disposal, littering, and illegal dumping.
Additionally, temporary exemptions can be granted if: - The licensing authority already operates or contracts a comprehensive recycling program. - The area has a recycling participation rate of at least 70% or higher than the county average. - The county has surpassed its established recycling goals.
These exemptions remain valid until the county’s waste management plan is updated.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 10, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| February 10, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Removes requirement for residents who do not recycle to pay for recycling services."
],
"removed": [
"Requirement prohibiting greater charges on residents who recycle than on those who do not."
],
"summary": "This bill amends the licensing requirements related to the pricing of waste collection services under section 115A.93.",
"modified": [
"Adjusts conditions under which a licensing authority may impose charges based on volume or weight of waste.",
"Updates the conditions for exemptions granted to licensing authorities."
]
},
"citation": "115A.93"
},
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"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill references section 115A.552 regarding categories of recyclable materials in evaluating exemptions.",
"modified": [
"Uses existing standards from section 115A.552 to determine eligible recycling programs for exemptions."
]
},
"citation": "115A.552"
},
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"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill references section 115A.551 regarding recycling goals.",
"modified": [
"Conditions for exemptions take into account recycling rate goals from section 115A.551."
]
},
"citation": "115A.551"
}
]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee