Model Legislation

EPR advocates and legislative leaders are constantly updating and improving producer responsibility legislation. We’ve contributed and analyzed some of the best model legislation and laws in the United States today. These ideas are being replicated across the country as the benefits of EPR inspire more supporters.

Carpet

• This model carpet EPR bill was developed by state officials and EPR experts.
• Carpet EPR Bill (WA S. 3260 - Introduced January 2012)

Electronics

• Model legislation (Electronics-Takeback Coalition )

Mercury-containing Thermostats

• Model legislation (Product Stewardship Institute)

Mercury-containing Lamps

• Lamps EPR law (VT)

Packaging

• Bottle bill (OR)

Paint

• Paint EPR law (CT)
• Paint EPR bill (ME - 2011)
• Comparison of OR and ME paint proposals

Pharmaceuticals

• Pharmaceuticals EPR bill (WA - 2011)

Medical Sharps

• Medical sharps EPR bill (WA - 2011)

Framework

Framework legislation is a comprehensive EPR/Product Stewardship policy structure that can apply to multiple products at the same time. For more information about framework EPR, visit our framework page.

• Framework EPR law (ME)
• Canada-wide EPR Action Plan