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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
PLASTICS Welcomes Enactment of
Collaborative EPR Legislation in Maryland
ashington D.C. — The Plastics In- businesses, and consumers alike. The plastics
dustry Association (PLASTICS) industry will continue working with policymak-
Wcommends Maryland Governor ers across the country to support effective, so-
Wes Moore for signing SB 901 into law and ap- lution-oriented policies that help us achieve our
plauds the collaborative efforts of policymakers shared sustainability goals.”
throughout the legislative process. This extend-
ed producer responsibility (EPR) legislation rep- The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is
resents a meaningful step toward advancing a the only organization that supports the entire
more circular economy for packaging materials plastics supply chain, including Equipment Sup-
in Maryland. pliers, Material Suppliers, Processors, and Recy-
clers, representing over one million workers in
“PLASTICS applauds Governor Moore for signing our $519 billion U.S. industry. PLASTICS advanc-
SB 901 into law and recognizes Senator Malcolm es the priorities of our members who are dedi-
Augustine and other lawmakers for their collab- cated to investing in technologies that improve
orative engagement with our industry through- capabilities and advances in recycling and sus-
out the legislative process,” said Matt Seaholm, tainability and providing essential products that
President and CEO of the Plastics Industry As- allow for the protection and safety of our lives.
sociation. “This law demonstrates a true com- Since 1937, PLASTICS has been working to make
mitment to environmental stewardship and the its members, and the eighth largest U.S. manu-
strengthening of recycling systems. We appre- facturing industry, more globally competitive
ciate that SB 901 promotes innovation, shared while supporting circularity through educational
responsibility, and practical solutions to reduce initiatives, industry-leading insights and events,
waste and increase recycling rates. Our industry convening opportunities and policy advocacy,
is committed to keeping plastic out of the envi- including the largest plastics trade show in the
ronment and in our circular economy. Americas, NPE: The Plastics Show.
“We hope to see more states follow Maryland’s (Source - https://www.plasticsindustry.org/)
lead with similar legislation that drives real en-
vironmental progress and benefits producers,
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