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HB 295 — Comprehensive Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan
by Reps. Casello, Hart, and others (SB 200 by Senator Berman)
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Environment and Natural Resources Committee (EN)
The bill directs the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to develop a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan by July 1, 2026, to be based on the recommendations contained within DEP’s “Florida and the 2020 75% Recycling Goal, Final Report.” The bill directs DEP to convene a technical assistance group within DEP to help develop the plan and provide a report to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives upon its completion. The report must include recommendations for statutory changes necessary to achieve the recycling goals and strategies identified in the plan.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor’s signature, these provisions take effect July 1, 2025.
Vote: Senate 38-0; House 116-0