SF2619

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to change the way solid waste, specifically paper products, is managed in Minnesota. It intends to exempt paper products from the state's extended producer responsibility program.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes amendments to Minnesota's existing solid waste management laws.
• It specifically targets the definitions within these laws to exclude paper products from the category labeled as "covered material."
• "Covered material" previously included packaging and paper products, but under this bill, paper products would not be regulated under the extended producer responsibility program.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• By amending Minnesota Statutes, the bill changes the scope of materials considered "covered material" for waste management.
• This exemption means that manufacturers of paper products will not be responsible for managing the waste from these products under the extended producer responsibility program.

Relevant Terms

• Solid waste management
• Extended producer responsibility
• Paper products
• Covered material