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Battery producers, recyclers press for clear EPR framework; recyclers urge ability to collect directly
Summary
The Environment Committee heard testimony on HB 5019, a proposal to require producers to fund a stewardship organization to collect and recycle consumer batteries, including larger lithium batteries used in e‑bikes and some power tools.
The Environment Committee heard testimony on HB 5019, a proposal to require producers to fund a stewardship organization to collect and recycle consumer batteries, including larger lithium batteries used in e‑bikes and some power tools.
Battery manufacturers and recycling businesses testified in favor of an EPR approach but urged clarifications in the bill. Recyclers and advocates said the law should allow direct collection agreements between collectors and accredited recyclers rather than…
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