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A 3876

Revises provisions of "Dry Cell Battery Management Act."

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Garnet Hall and 3 co-sponsors

New Jersey revises dry cell battery management rules to update collection, recycling, and disposal standards for hazardous battery waste.

Reported and Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3876

Legislative bill overview

Assembly Bill A 3876 revises New Jersey's "Dry Cell Battery Management Act," which governs the collection, recycling, and disposal of dry cell batteries. The bill modifies existing provisions related to how batteries are managed within the state's waste stream and potentially affects manufacturers, retailers, or consumers involved in battery handling.

Why is this important

Dry cell batteries contain hazardous materials like mercury, cadmium, and lithium that can contaminate soil and water if improperly disposed of. Updating these management provisions directly impacts New Jersey's environmental protection, waste reduction goals, and compliance with federal hazardous waste regulations, while potentially affecting costs for businesses and consumers.

Potential points of contention

  • Manufacturer responsibility – Changes may shift battery collection/recycling costs between manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, creating opposition from affected industry sectors
  • Implementation burden – New compliance requirements could impose administrative or financial costs on small retailers and collection facilities
  • Scope ambiguity – Without seeing the specific revisions, the bill's impact on what types of batteries are covered or how extended producer responsibility is defined remains unclear

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

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