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SB 369

TO REPEAL THE COMPUTER AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT RECYCLING GRANTS; AND TO REPEAL THE COMPUTER AND ELECTRONIC RECYCLING FUND.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Missy Irvin and 1 co-sponsor

Arkansas repeals its electronic equipment recycling grants program and funding mechanism, eliminating dedicated state support for e-waste recycling infrastructure.

Notification that SB369 is now Act 778
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Bill Summary · SB 369

Legislative bill overview

SB 369 eliminates Arkansas's Computer and Electronic Equipment Recycling Grants program and its associated funding mechanism, the Computer and Electronic Recycling Fund. The bill repeals existing statutory authority for grants that supported electronic waste recycling infrastructure and programs in the state.

Why is this important

Electronic waste (e-waste) represents a growing environmental and public health concern due to hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium. The repeal removes dedicated state funding for recycling programs, potentially affecting how Arkansas residents and businesses dispose of outdated computers, phones, and other electronics, while shifting responsibility to manufacturers, retailers, or individuals.

Potential points of contention

  • Environmental impact: Eliminating dedicated recycling grants may increase e-waste in landfills and reduce accessibility of proper disposal options, particularly in rural areas
  • Program continuity: Existing recycling initiatives funded through this mechanism lose support without clarity on alternative funding sources or transition plans
  • Manufacturer responsibility: The repeal may shift compliance burdens entirely to federal e-waste standards and manufacturer take-back programs rather than state-supported infrastructure

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

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