Summary.
AB 837 creates truthful advertising for rigid plastic packaging containers through accurate recycled content reporting.

Position and Status.
CAW is watching.

AB 837 passed out of the Assembly on 6/2, 57-14 and is currently in the Senate Environmental Quality Committee. It may be heard later this year.

Description.
This bill would require manufacturers and suppliers to verify specific recycled content claims on rigid plastic packaging containers within 90 days of a request.

CAW Staff Contacts.
Sue Vang (916) 443-5422

Assemblymember Brian Nestande
State Capitol, Sacramento, CA 95814

Current Language, Analyses and Votes.