State-by-State Comparison: Packaging EPR Legislation Across the US

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Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is advancing in the United States, but the patchwork of state-level activity creates an uneven landscape.

Guide Overview

EPR for packaging is steadily gaining momentum across the US.

This comparison chart maps the current patchwork of state-level activity and provides a structured overview of how EPR policies are evolving nationwide, offering a practical reference for understanding the scope and direction of legislative action.

This Guide Covers

Overview of state-level packaging EPR legislation across the US
High-level comparison of enacted and proposed frameworks
Scope of packaging and products covered under different state laws

Authors

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Rúan Doherty,
Regulatory Analyst

Rúan is a Regulatory Analyst with the Global Regulatory Compliance team at Compliance & Risks. In her role, she monitors and analyses global regulatory developments across various industry sectors. Her work is concentrated on a number of key topics including Packaging, Single-use Plastics, and ESG Reporting.

Rúan holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws in International Human Rights Law.