Sec. 361.953. LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Computers and related display devices are critical elements to the strength and growth of this state's economic prosperity and quality of life. Many of those products can be refurbished and reused, and many contain valuable components that can be recycled.
(b) The purpose of this subchapter is to establish a comprehensive, convenient, and environmentally sound program for the collection, recycling, and reuse of computer equipment that has reached the end of its useful life. The program is based on individual manufacturer responsibility and shared responsibility among consumers, retailers, and the government of this state.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 902 (H.B. 2714), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Sanitation and Environmental Quality
Subtitle B - Solid Waste, Toxic Chemicals, Sewage, Litter, and Water
Chapter 361 - Solid Waste Disposal Act
Subchapter Y. Computer Equipment Recycling Program
Section 361.953. Legislative Findings and Purpose
Section 361.954. Applicability
Section 361.955. Manufacturer Responsibilities
Section 361.956. Retailer Responsibility
Section 361.958. Commission's Education Responsibilities
Section 361.960. Financial and Proprietary Information
Section 361.961. Annual Report to Legislature
Section 361.962. Fees Not Authorized
Section 361.963. Consumer Responsibilities
Section 361.964. Sound Environmental Management