New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 1340: Expands the types of batteries included in the rechargeable battery recycling program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 1340 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 9, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Expands the types of batteries included in the rechargeable battery recycling program. Primary sponsor: Chris Eachus (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Expands the types of batteries included in the rechargeable battery recycling program to include certain car batteries and requires consumers to pay a five dollar incentive payment when purchasing a new rechargeable battery if the consumer does not return an old rechargeable battery for recycling.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Eachus | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 99 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
- REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION