Electronic Device Producer Responsibility Program - Established

Summary

The bill establishes a producer‑responsibility program within the Maryland Department of the Environment and creates a new account in the State Recycling Trust Fund for registration and review fees from manufacturers of covered electronic devices. It requires those manufacturers to submit recycling plans, provide product information, and follow new sales rules, while the department oversees collection, recycling, refurbishment, and reuse. The program applies to a defined list of devices such as computers, televisions, tablets and other electronics, and replaces earlier take‑back provisions.

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