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SB 606

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Aquino and 11 co-sponsors

Senate Bill 606 establishes the Tire Management and Recycling Act to enhance tire recycling, protect public health, and create a Waste Tire Abatement Fund for better waste management.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 606

Summary of Senate Bill 606

Bill Number: SB 606
Title: Relating to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Status: Deferred by the Committee on CPN
Introduced: April 1, 2025
Classification: Bill
Subject: Business Registration Data, DCCA, Online

Purpose and Intent

Senate Bill 606 aims to amend the existing Used Tire Recycling and Accountability Act and establish the Tire Management and Recycling Act. The primary goals of this legislation are to enhance public health and environmental quality by regulating the management of used tires, ensuring accountability in tire recycling programs, and creating a new funding mechanism for waste tire management.

Key Provisions

  1. Creation of the Tire Management and Recycling Act:

    • The bill proposes to replace the Used Tire Recycling and Accountability Act with the new Tire Management and Recycling Act.
    • It aims to set standards for the collection, storage, recycling, and disposal of recyclable, waste, and used tires.

  2. Establishment of the Waste Tire Abatement Fund:

    • The bill seeks to repeal the existing Used Tire Recycling Fund and create a new Waste Tire Abatement Fund to support tire management initiatives.

  3. Accountability Measures:

    • The legislation mandates the use of an electronic uniform used tire manifest system to track the generation, collection, transportation, and recycling of tires.
    • It requires businesses involved in tire management to submit business plans that align with the goals of the used tire program.

  4. Fee Structure Adjustments:

    • The bill proposes to equalize fees imposed on all tires removed from rims, ensuring a consistent application across different types of tire transactions.

  5. Definitions and Clarifications:

    • The bill includes updated definitions for terms such as "abatement," "beneficial use," "commercial generator," and "recyclable tire," providing clarity on the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders in tire management.

Affected Parties

  • Tire Retailers and Generators: The bill directly impacts businesses involved in the sale and disposal of tires, requiring them to comply with new regulations and fee structures.
  • Environmental Agencies: The Division of Environmental Quality will oversee the implementation of the electronic manifest system and ensure compliance with the new standards.
  • Public Health and Safety: The legislation aims to protect the public from health risks associated with improperly managed used tires, such as mosquito breeding and fire hazards.

Procedural Timeline

  • April 1, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committee.
  • April 3, 2025: Amendment #1 adopted; the bill was reported correctly engrossed and re-referred to the Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committee.
  • May 5, 2025: The bill died in the Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

Conclusion

Senate Bill 606 represents a significant effort to modernize tire management practices in Arkansas, focusing on environmental protection and public health. By establishing a new framework for tire recycling and management, the bill aims to create a more sustainable and accountable system for handling used tires. However, its future remains uncertain following its deferral in committee.

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

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