California Bill Cracking Down on Recycled Content Claims Heads to Newsom

A recycled content claims bill in California is on its way to Gov. Gavin Newsom. AB 2253 seeks to tighten standards for recycled content claims made on all products beyond just plastic food containers. The bill was sponsored by Californians Against Waste and supported by numerous environmental advocacy groups, including Beyond Plastics, the California Product Stewardship Council and others. It was widely opposed by packaging and CPG groups, including Ameripen, the American Beverage Association and others. The bill passed the Senate by a 28-10 vote on Aug. 28 and passed the Assembly by a 42-20 vote on Aug. 30. Newsom has until Sept. 30 to act on bills.

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