H.280 is a bill introduced in Vermont that mandates the Secretary of Natural Resources to assess the feasibility of establishing an expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam densifier in the state. This densifier would serve as a facility for transporting waste EPS foam for recycling or reuse. The bill defines key terms related to EPS foam and the densifier, and outlines the Secretary's responsibilities, which include coordinating with various stakeholders such as solid waste management entities and businesses that generate EPS waste. A report detailing the assessment's findings, including recommendations on the densifier's location, operational costs, and potential landfill disposal bans for EPS foam, is to be submitted by January 15, 2026.

Additionally, the bill specifies that it will take effect on July 1, 2025. The assessment aims to explore the viability of the densifier and its implications for waste management in Vermont, ultimately contributing to the state's efforts in solid waste conservation and development.