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HB 612

An Act amending the act of October 9, 2008 (P.L.1408, No.113), known as the Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act, further providing for identification requirements for sale of scrap materials to scrap processors and recycling facility operators and for penalties; and imposing penalties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 15 co-sponsors

HB 612 tightens ID requirements and penalties for selling scrap materials in Pennsylvania to prevent theft and create accountability in the recycling supply chain.

Referred to Judiciary
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Bill Summary · HB 612

Legislative bill overview

HB 612 amends Pennsylvania's Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act by strengthening identification requirements for individuals selling scrap materials to processors and recycling facilities, and increasing penalties for violations. The bill tightens regulations around who can sell scrap and under what conditions to combat theft of valuable materials.

Why is this important

Scrap metal and material theft costs businesses and municipalities millions annually in losses and creates public safety hazards. Stricter identification and record-keeping requirements aim to create accountability throughout the scrap supply chain, making it harder for thieves to quickly convert stolen materials into cash.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance burden on legitimate sellers: Recycling facilities and scrap processors may face increased administrative costs and operational complexity from enhanced verification procedures, potentially affecting small business operators
  • Privacy and data collection concerns: Expanded identification requirements could raise questions about what personal information is collected, stored, and retained by private recycling companies
  • Effectiveness questions: Critics may argue that determined thieves will use false identification or other methods to circumvent requirements, questioning whether the added restrictions meaningfully reduce theft versus burdening honest participants

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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