This bill proposes to amend existing statutes related to recycling by prohibiting municipalities, counties, and other political subdivisions from recommending or requiring residents to place any product in a recycling bin that is not currently being actively recycled. The current law mandates that cities and counties provide residents with opportunities for recycling and waste reduction, but the new language clarifies that they cannot suggest recycling for products that are not actively recycled at the present time.

Additionally, the bill introduces a definition for "actively recycled," specifying that it refers to products that are reprocessed into new products. This definition will apply to both cities and counties, ensuring consistency across different jurisdictions. The amendments will take effect on the general effective date, thereby updating the legal framework governing recycling practices in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-500.07, 11-269, 49-707
Senate Engrossed Version: 9-500.07, 11-269, 49-707