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SB 3915

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mary Edly-Allen and 2 co-sponsors

Establishes or expands programs to collect and properly dispose of household hazardous waste, funded and coordinated to protect health and the environment.

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Paul Faraci
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Bill Summary · SB 3915

Summary of SB 3915 (Session 104th, Illinois) – Household Hazardous Waste

Purpose and intent

  • SB 3915 aims to address management of household hazardous waste (HHW) within Illinois. While the bill text is not provided here, typical objectives of such measures include establishing or expanding programs for safe collection, handling, storage, and disposal of HHW generated by households, reducing environmental contamination, and protecting public health.

Key provisions and changes (as commonly included in HHW-related legislation)

  • Establishment or enhancement of HHW programs:
    • Creates or expands state, regional, or local programs to collect and manage household hazardous waste from residents.
    • Authorizes funding mechanisms (grants, appropriations, or fee structures) to support collection events, long-term facilities, and proper disposal.
  • Requirements for participation and operations:
    • Sets eligibility criteria (limited to household sources, not businesses in most standard HHW programs).
    • Specifies operating standards for HHW collection sites or events (hours, handling procedures, containment and labeling, spill response).
  • Materials covered:
    • Defines a list of household hazardous substances (e.g., batteries, paints, solvents, pesticides, cleaners, electronics with hazardous components) subject to collection and proper disposal.
    • May address universal waste handling and exemptions for certain consumer products.
  • Environmental and public health safeguards:
    • Outlines environmental protections to prevent soil and groundwater contamination (e.g., proper storage, transport, and final treatment or disposal methods).
    • May require reporting and recordkeeping by administering agencies or program operators.
  • Local government coordination:
    • Encourages or requires coordination among municipalities, counties, and vendors operating HHW programs.
    • Potentially authorizes intergovernmental agreements or shared service arrangements.
  • Public awareness and accessibility:
    • Provisions to promote consumer awareness about HHW hazards and available collection options.
    • May mandate accessibility standards or scheduling of events to maximize participation.

Who or what would be affected

  • Residents: Individuals generating household hazardous waste would gain access to organized collection and disposal options.
  • Local governments and agencies: Cities, counties, and state agencies would implement or administer HHW programs, impose reporting requirements, and coordinate with service providers.
  • Private contractors/vendors: Entities contracted to run HHW collection events or operate facilities would be affected by compliance, permitting, and contract requirements.
  • Environment and public health: Improved management of HHW would aim to reduce hazardous waste leakage into air, soil, and water, benefitting ecosystems and community health.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Status: Filed with the Secretary on February 6, 2026; first reading and referral to Assignments on the same date.
  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Sen. Paul Faraci, Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, and Sen. David Koehler, indicating bipartisan interest and potential alignment with environmental health goals.
  • Next steps (typical process):
    • Assignment to committee(s) for hearings and amendments.
    • Potential committee vote before moving to the full Senate for consideration.
    • If advanced, passage through the House of Representatives (or corresponding chamber) with potential amendments.
    • Final reconciliation if there are differences between chamber versions, followed by enactment and funding allocations.

Notes

  • The summary reflects common elements found in household hazardous waste bills and the information available from the action history. The exact statutory language and precise provisions would appear in the bill text, which would provide definitive details on coverage, funding, timelines, and enforcement mechanisms.

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

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