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Mattress Recycling Laws California, Connecticut & Rhode Island

Learn about the mattress recycling laws in California, Connecticut, and Rhode Island and how to participate in the recycling programs. Find out about registration, no-cost recycling, and resources available.

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Mattress Recycling Laws California, Connecticut & Rhode Island

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  1. Mattress Recycling Laws California, Connecticut & Rhode Island Presented by: Ryan Trainer, Mike O’Donnell,Chris Hudgins & Amanda Wall

  2. Our Mission MRC is a non-profit organization created by the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) to develop and implement mattress recycling programs for states that have enacted mattress recycling laws.

  3. Recycling Program Objectives • Increase the number of mattresses recycled • Minimize the consumer recycling fee • Prevent and reduce illegal dumping • Communicate with consumers • Develop markets for recycled materials

  4. Presentation Highlights • Understand your state’s law • Know how to register with MRC • Learn about our support resources • Find out how to get no-cost recycling for the mattresses you collect

  5. Used Mattress Recovery & Recycling Act California

  6. California’s Law • Requires the collection of a recycling fee on all mattress sales • Requires participation from all retailers, renovators and producers (manufacturers & importers) • Establishes a one-time retailer administrative reimbursement • Requires the program to address illegal dumping

  7. California’s Proposed Fee: $11 • Awaiting approval by CalRecycle • Flat rate for all mattress sizes • Charged per unit • Must be visible on the receipt/invoice as “Recycle Fee” followed by the amount • Subject to sales tax

  8. Program Timeline July 1, 2015 Submitted budget and plan to CalRecycle October 1, 2015 State issues decision on budget and plan MRC has 90 days following approval to implement January 1, 2016 Anticipated start date

  9. California Program Obligations *if selling directly to individuals or contract sales to other end-user entities (hotels, hospitals, universities, etc.)

  10. Recycling in California • Negotiating contracts with 7 recycling companies (servicing 11 facilities) • Over 150 counties interested in becoming free consumer drop-off points • Facilitate no-cost drop off at these locations through MRC • No-cost recycling at these locations

  11. Chapter 23-90 of Health & Safety Code Rhode Island

  12. Rhode Island’s Law • Requires the collection of a recycling fee on all mattress sales • Requires participation from all retailers, renovators and producers (manufacturers & importers) • Closely mirrors Connecticut’s law

  13. Rhode Island’s Proposed Fee: $10 • Awaiting approval by the state • Flat rate for all mattress sizes • Charged per unit • Must be visible on the receipt/invoice as “Recycle Fee” followed by the amount • Subject to sales tax

  14. Program Timeline July 1, 2015 Submitted budget and plan to RIRRC October 1, 2015 State issues decision on budget and plan MRC has 120 days following approval to implement February 1, 2016 Anticipated start date

  15. Rhode Island Program Obligations *if selling directly to individuals or contract sales to other end-user entities (hotels, hospitals, universities, etc.)

  16. Recycling in Rhode Island • Negotiating contracts with two recycling facilities • Arrange for retailer no-cost drop off at recycling facility through MRC • 30 solid waste facilities interested in becoming free drop-off points

  17. Program Implementation Update Connecticut

  18. Connecticut At-A-Glance • More than 20,000 mattresses recycled since program start • 2 recycling facilities • 100 participating sites • Retailer education focused on reporting and remittance

  19. How Can I Recycle My Mattresses? Contact Your MRC Program Coordinator to discuss mattress volume and logistics. Connecticut & Rhode Island Justine Fallon jfallon@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org Northern California Rodney Clara rclara@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org Southern California Mark Patti mpatti@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org

  20. Registration, Reporting & Remitting Fee Support & Resources

  21. Compliance Support & Resources Toll-Free Phone Support 1-888-646-6815 More Resources on the Web How-To & Informational Videos Email support@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org Social Media Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and YouTube MRCReporting.org Resources Written Step-by-Step Guidelines FAQs, Fee Policy, Definitions

  22. Registration Video

  23. Public Outreach & Customer Education Bye Bye Mattress

  24. Public Outreach • Public Service Announcement campaign • Online advertising & video • byebyemattress.com • Media relations & press events • Earth Day and America Recycles Day participation • Assistance with local collection events

  25. Communicating to Customers In-Store Posters Available in three sizes 8.5 x 11 inches 11 x 17 inches 24 x 36 inches Customer Q&As Download, print or share Informational Cards Actual size is 3.5 x 5 inches All Available At mattressrecyclingcouncil.org & on your jump drive

  26. What can we help you with? Questions

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