SB 1052 (Oropeza, 2009-10) E-waste Reporting Requirement
Summary.
Requires state agencies to adopt an electronic waste management plan and submit that plan to DTSC for approval.
Position and Status. CAW Supports. SB 1052 passed Senate Environmental Quality Committee but was held in Senate Appropriations.
Description. Requires DTSC, CalRecycle and Department of General Services (DGS) to identify proper handling methods for electronic waste and assist state agencies with proper management. Authorizes DTSC to require a state agency to revise the plan and states that DTSC may take enforcement action against the state agency if electronic waste is not properly managed.
CAW Staff Contacts.
Teresa Bui (916) 443-5422
Current Actions.
Senator Jenny Oropeza
State Capitol, Sacramento, CA 95814
fax: 916-323-6056
Supporters:
Californians Against Waste
Sierra Club
LA County Department of Public Works
Opposition:
None on file