The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325E.046, subdivision 2a, to modify the certification requirements for entities offering biodegradable or compostable products. It removes the previous stipulation that a distributor, wholesaler, or any person may not sell or offer for sale a covered product labeled as "biodegradable" or "compostable" beginning January 1, 2026. Instead, it establishes that such products must be certified by an entity focused on the end-of-life for materials designed to fully biodegrade in specific biologically active environments, such as industrial composting.

Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement that the certifying entity must be a nonprofit corporation and instead allows for a broader range of entities to certify compliance with the relevant standards. The effective date of this section is set for the day following final enactment, ensuring that the new requirements take effect promptly.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 325E.046