S 653
An Act to require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish a system of ‘producer responsibility’ for electronic products in Massachusetts. It requires manufacturers and importers of electronics to take responsibility for the collection, reuse, and recycling of these products at the end of their useful life. The goal is to reduce electronic waste and promote more sustainable practices within the electronics industry.
Key provisions
- Manufacturers must establish collection programs for discarded electronics.
- Recycling programs must prioritize reuse and recycling of electronic components.
- The state will oversee the implementation and enforcement of these requirements.
- The bill intends to address the growing issue of electronic waste.
- It establishes a framework for managing electronic product lifecycle.
- It requires producers to fund the collection and recycling programs.
- The program will be administered by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Who is affected
- Electronics manufacturers and importers
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Waste management facilities
- The State of Massachusetts
- The Environment
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a producer responsibility framework for electronics recycling, a relatively new approach.
- It builds upon previous attempts to address electronic waste in Massachusetts.
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Primary sponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
Steven Owens
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Bill S.653 194th (Current)
An Act to require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 653) of Jacob R. Oliveira and Steven Owens for legislation to require producer responsibility for the collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Jacob R. Oliveira Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means Special Attachments: Committee - Senate members vote
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.653
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/3/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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