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