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HB 4652

ELECTRONIC DEVICE STEWARDSHIP

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kelly Cassidy

Illinois bill requiring electronics manufacturers to fund collection and recycling of their devices, shifting e-waste disposal costs from municipalities to producers.

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy
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Bill Summary · HB 4652

Legislative bill overview

HB 4652 establishes an electronic device stewardship program in Illinois requiring manufacturers to manage the collection, transportation, and recycling of covered electronic devices. The bill creates manufacturer responsibility for end-of-life device disposal rather than placing those costs on municipalities or consumers.

Why is this important

Electronic waste contains valuable materials (gold, copper, rare earth elements) and hazardous substances (lead, mercury, cadmium) that require proper handling. Currently, e-waste management costs burden local governments and landfills; this shifts responsibility upstream to manufacturers, potentially reducing illegal dumping and environmental contamination while recovering recyclable materials.

Potential points of contention

  • Manufacturer costs and pass-through: Companies may increase device prices to offset stewardship program expenses, effectively charging consumers indirectly rather than at point of disposal
  • Program funding and administration: Questions about how program costs are calculated, whether fees are fair across manufacturers of different sizes, and how the state oversees compliance
  • Coverage scope: Defining which devices are "covered" (phones, computers, TVs?) determines program breadth and cost distribution—broader coverage means higher manufacturer expenses

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

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