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Panel advances bill to create manufacturer‑funded refrigerant recovery program amid industry questions

Senate Committee on Environmental Quality · April 22, 2026
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Summary

SB 10 10 would require manufacturers to fund and operate statewide collection and responsible end‑of‑life management of refrigerant‑containing appliances under an extended producer responsibility model; proponents called it climate‑and‑public‑health protective, opponents said existing federal/state rules and market incentives already address many risks.

Senator Ashby presented SB 10 10, framing it as an effort to ensure refrigerants — among the most potent greenhouse gases — are recovered and properly managed at end of life. Ashby said a statewide, manufacturer‑funded system would reduce local government costs, expand collection options and help meet climate goals by stopping refrigerants from…

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