§ 23-90-1. Purpose.
The purposes of this chapter are:
(1) To establish a system for the collection, recycling, and reuse for discarded mattresses in Rhode Island.
(2) To develop a comprehensive strategy, with the participation of state agencies, producers, retailers, and consumers for waste prevention and reduction of discarded mattresses in the state, which addresses the collection, recycling and reuse of mattresses in a safe and environmentally sound manner;
(3) To promote the development of infrastructure for the reuse and recycling of discarded mattresses;
(4) To minimize costs incurred by Rhode Island municipalities to collect, dispose of, or recycle mattresses discarded by residents; and
(5) To eliminate waste generated in the state from the disposal of discarded mattresses from landfill and other forms of disposal.
History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 281, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 423, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-90 - Responsible Recycling, Reuse and Disposal of Mattresses
Section 23-90-3. - Definitions.
Section 23-90-4. - Mattress stewardship council established.
Section 23-90-5. - Mattress stewardship plan.
Section 23-90-6. - Responsibilities of the Rhode Island resource recovery corporation.
Section 23-90-7. - Regulations.
Section 23-90-9. - Violations.