The bill S. 171 aims to improve the management and regulation of waste tires in South Carolina by introducing new articles and amending existing laws. It adds Article 3 to Chapter 75, Title 39, which requires waste tire haulers to complete and submit manifests detailing the number and type of tires being transported, along with their origin and destination. Additionally, Article 5 prohibits the installation of unsafe used tires on passenger cars and light trucks, defining "unsafe" based on criteria such as tread depth and visible damage. The bill also allows counties to charge tipping fees for waste tires, with a maximum fee of $400, and modifies the collection process for the waste tire recycling fee, while removing rebate provisions.

Moreover, the bill mandates collaboration between the South Carolina Department of Commerce and relevant departments to create a statewide market infrastructure for tire-derived products, focusing on efficient waste tire management and promoting a circular tire economy. It requires annual reviews of fund usage by the Waste Tire Committee and the Solid Waste Advisory Council, which may provide recommendations for fund allocation. The bill also establishes regulations for recordkeeping and reporting for waste tire haulers and facilities involved in the tire lifecycle. Additionally, it includes changes to the headings in the South Carolina Code, renaming certain sections to better reflect their content. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
01/14/2025: 44-96-170
02/18/2025: 44-96-170
02/25/2025: 44-96-170
03/19/2025: 44-96-170
03/28/2025: 44-96-170
04/03/2025: 44-96-170
04/04/2025: 44-96-170
04/30/2025: 44-96-170
05/01/2025: 44-96-170
Latest Version: 44-96-170