The bill amends Florida's waste management laws by introducing a new definition for "auxiliary container," which encompasses reusable and single-use bags, cups, bottles, and other packaging materials. It preempts local governments from regulating these containers, allowing only state-level regulations, with exceptions for glass containers on public beaches and within state parks. Additionally, the bill removes outdated requirements for the Department of Environmental Protection to review and update a report on retail bags, streamlining the regulatory process.

Moreover, the bill imposes restrictions on the issuance of construction permits for new solid waste disposal facilities that utilize ash-producing incinerators or waste-to-energy facilities located within a one-mile radius of schools or residential areas. It updates the definition of construction and demolition debris, allowing counties and municipalities to charge varying disposal fees based on the type and amount of recyclable materials. The bill also enhances the state solid waste management program by incorporating planning guidelines and requiring biennial evaluations and reports on recycling goals, with the act set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1822 Filed: 403.7033, 403.707
S 1822 c1: 403.7033, 403.7049
S 1822 c2: 403.7033, 403.7049