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National Measure For E-Waste?

Posted by: Brenda Meyer

13 September 2005 - 11:00am

Electronics companies urge Congress to adopt a uniform policy on electronic waste and recycling.

"Dozens of states and localities have seen e-waste measures introduced. So far, three states--California, Maine and Maryland--currently have such laws on their books, but each takes a different course. ...[T]he current trend of varied state and local laws targeting e-waste management would breed inefficiency, confusion and higher prices for consumers.

Several entities voiced support for national policy that would incorporate a California-style system of fee collection."

Full Story: Electronics industry urges federal e-waste action
Source: CNET News, September 8, 2005
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