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Maryland

In April 2025, Maryland passed an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law targeting packaging materials. The bill requires producers to reduce packaging waste, fund collection programs, and report annually on materials sold and recovered in the state and is managed by the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE).

Complying with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) begins with collecting data related to product distribution in each state and material specifications on packaging and we have created a Producer Guidance Document that can help you with this process. You can find that document, along with other relevant information, on the Producers page.

Important Documents:

MDE Statewide Recycling Needs Assessment and Producer Responsibility for Packaging Materials Act

May 13, 2025 – Letter to MD Department of Environment re: intent to submit independent program plan