Provides that a retailer may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale a covered battery unless: (1) the producer joins a battery stewardship organization; and (2) the battery is approved under a battery stewardship plan. Provides that a battery stewardship organization shall submit a battery stewardship plan (plan) to the Indiana department of environmental management (department) for approval. Sets out certain requirements with respect to a plan. Establishes the battery stewardship fund to cover the department's expenses in administering this act. Requires the department to publish certain information regarding battery recycling on the department's website. Provides that a battery stewardship organization may recover, under certain circumstances, all costs associated with collecting a covered battery from the producer. Prohibits a person from improperly recycling a covered battery. Defines certain terms.

Statutes affected:
Introduced House Bill (H): 13-11-2-180, 13-11-2-194