Plastic Bulk Merchandise Containers: proof of ownership.

Summary

The bill mandates that anyone buying or transporting five or more plastic bulk merchandise containers for recycling, shredding, or destruction must obtain a proof‑of‑ownership record that includes the seller’s email address and a government‑issued photo ID verification. It affects businesses that handle these containers and aims to improve tracking and accountability of plastic waste.

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Vote

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 18. Noes 0.) (April 22). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. · Apr 22, 2025

Hearings

• Business and Professions Committee Hearing
  Business and Professions · Apr 22, 2025

History

1. Feb 2, 2026From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
2. Jan 31, 2026Died pursuant to Art. IV, Sec. 10(c) of the Constitution.
3. Apr 22, 2025From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 18. Noes 0.) (April 22). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
4. Mar 28, 2025Referred to Com. on B. & P.
5. Feb 21, 2025From printer. May be heard in committee March 23.
6. Feb 20, 2025Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• Nguyen · sponsor

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