2014 Senate Bill 870

Allow local drop-off recycling bin permit mandates

Introduced in the Senate

March 12, 2014

Introduced by Sen. Tonya Schuitmaker (R-20)

To allow local governments to impose a permit mandate on closed recycling bins placed to collect used clothes, shoes, books, etc. (“textile recycling bins”), which would include bins placed by second hand shops and institutions. Permit-applicants would have to pay annual fees and meet specified registration and location requirements.

Referred to the Committee on Local Government and Elections