Committee reviews draft 2.2 changes to bottle‑bill definitions and fair‑compensation rules
Apr 21, 2026
The Natural Resources & Energy Committee examined draft 2.2, which adds definitions (dealer, deposit initiator, point of redemption), a fair‑compensation requirement for redemption sites, and dispute resolution. Members pressed staff on how 'reasonable' costs and a 'rate of return' would be measured and on timing for PRO plans, with implementation slated for 2029.
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The Natural Resources & Energy Committee on April 20 examined draft 2.2 of a proposed update to the state’s bottle‑bill framework, focusing on new definitions and a framework for paying redemption centers.
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