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SB537Introduced in the Senate

Relating To Organic Waste.

IntroducedSenate Agriculture and Environment

Introduced by Mike Gabbard, District 21

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishes statewide goals for solid waste reduction and organic waste diversion. Requires each county to incorporate into its next integrated solid waste management plan revision a plan to reduce all organic waste produced within the county by facilities generating more than a specified amount of organic waste per year in alignment with established state benchmarks. Appropriates funds.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to AEN/EIG, WAM.

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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