Electronics Legislation: Washington

The latest electronics product stewardship legislation for Washington state.

Status:
Passed
Type:
Law
Date:
July, 2009

SSHB 1522 added a new section to chapter 70.95N RCW, the electronic product recycling act to clarify the role of registered collectors relating to repair and reuse of electronic products.

Status:
Passed
Type:
Law
Date:
March, 2006

ESSB 6428 was signed into law on March 24, 2006 and established E-Cycle Washington, a producer responsibility system for recycling of covered electronic products (CEPs) through manufacturer financed opportunities.

Manufacturers are required to annually register and submit a fee to the Department of Ecology and must participate in a...

Status:
Passed
Type:
Law
Date:
March, 2004

HB 2488, signed into law on March 29, 2004, directed the Washington State Department of Ecology to work with the state Solid Waste Advisory Committee to conduct research and develop recommendations for implementing and financing an electronic product collection, recycling and reuse program. A final report entitled...