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S 6762

Prohibits the sale of used oil and establishes civil and criminal penalties

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Robert Jackson

Prohibits sale of used oil; imposes civil/criminal penalties to deter violations, driving reform of handling, disposal, and recycling by businesses and oil handlers.

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Bill Summary · S 6762

Summary of Bill S.6762 (Prohibits the sale of used oil and establishes civil and criminal penalties)

Overview

Bill S.6762, introduced March 24, 2025 and sponsored by Robert Jackson (primary), would prohibit the sale of used oil and establish civil and criminal penalties for violations. The bill has been referred to the Environmental Conservation committee. Related and companion bills exist in prior sessions (notably A 1634 as a companion in the Assembly).

What the bill would do

  • Prohibit the sale of used oil within the jurisdiction covered by the bill.
  • Create civil and criminal penalties for entities or individuals that sell used oil in violation of the prohibition.
  • Establish enforcement mechanisms to deter and address violations (specific agencies, procedures, and penalty amounts would be set forth in the full text).

Note: The exact definitions (e.g., what constitutes “used oil”), scope, exemptions, and the precise enforcement framework are not included in the information provided. The full bill text would specify these details.

Key provisions and potential impact

  • Prohibition: Effective ban on selling used oil, aiming to reduce improper handling, improper disposal, and associated environmental and public health risks.
  • Penalties: The bill would impose civil penalties (likely via the state court system or administrative processes) and criminal penalties for violators. The severity, thresholds, and potential defenses would be detailed in the bill itself.
  • Enforcement: Enforcement would involve the state environmental or law enforcement entities empowered to pursue violations, collect penalties, and seek remedies.

Implications:
- Environmental and public health: If enacted, the prohibition could reduce improper sale and distribution of used oil and promote safer disposal and recycling practices.
- Economic and compliance considerations: Businesses currently selling used oil would need to adjust practices, maintain compliant disposal streams, and train staff to avoid violations.
- Market effects: Could shift used oil handling toward permitted recycling, re-refining, or disposal channels in line with environmental regulations.

Who would be affected

  • Businesses and individuals involved in the sale, distribution, or handling of used oil.
  • Oil recycling and disposal providers, collectors, transporters, and processors.
  • Retailers and wholesalers that may currently stock or sell used oil.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: March 24, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Environmental Conservation (committee stage) as of the provided information.
  • Legislative context: Has several related bills in prior sessions (companion and related measures listed), suggesting ongoing interest in regulating used oil.

Questions for further review (to be answered by the full bill text)

  • How is “used oil” defined under the bill?
  • Are there exemptions (e.g., for specific end-use recycling programs or jurisdictions)?
  • What are the exact civil penalties (amounts, caps) and criminal penalties (levels of offense, fines, imprisonment)?
  • Which state agency would enforce the prohibition and handle penalties?
  • What timelines or phase‑in periods apply, if any, for phased compliance?

For a complete understanding, the full bill text and committee memos should be consulted.

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

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