The proposed bill, titled the "Promoting Responsible End-of-Life Management for Electric Vehicle Batteries Act," establishes new regulations for the management of electric vehicle propulsion batteries at the end of their life cycle. It creates Section 403.7722 of the Florida Statutes, which includes definitions related to battery management, such as "battery provider," "secondary handler," and "specialized battery recycler." The bill prohibits the disposal of propulsion batteries through landfilling and outlines the responsibilities of various stakeholders, including battery providers, secondary handlers, and specialized recyclers, to ensure proper management and recycling of these batteries.

Additionally, the bill mandates that solid waste collectors and facilities refuse to accept propulsion batteries for disposal and requires annual reporting from battery providers and secondary handlers regarding the management of these batteries. The Department of Environmental Protection is granted rulemaking authority to implement the provisions of the act, which is set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to promote environmentally responsible practices in the disposal and recycling of electric vehicle batteries, thereby reducing potential environmental hazards associated with improper disposal.