HB 1131 / SB 5154, improving Washington's solid waste management outcomes, also known as the Washington Recycling and Packaging (WRAP) Act, would create an extended producer responsibility (EPR) system fo
HB 1376concerning paint stewardship, backed by the American Coatings Association, would create a paint recycling program for Washington's residents and businesses. HB 1376 passed the House Environment Committee on Feb. 14 and Appropriations Feb. 22 but did not move to a floor vote prior to the cut-off date and is dead this session but will likely be taken up again in 2018, the second year of the biennium.
The following local governments, businesses, and organizations support policies and legislation that establish convenient, safe, and environmentally sound paint stewardship programs in Washington State in 2017-2018 (find past supporters here): [change Title text to "Paint Bill Supporters 2013-2016" if/when new/cu
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The following local governments, businesses, and organizations have supported policies and legislation that would establish convenient, safe, and environmentally sound paint stewardship programs in Washington State: