Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SB606

Introduced
4/1/25  
Refer
4/1/25  
Refer
4/3/25  

Caption

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Create The Tire Management And Recycling Act; To Repeal The Used Tire Recycling Fund; And To Create The Waste Tire Abatement Fund.

Impact

The new legislation is designed to streamline the processes related to tire handling, enhancing regulatory efficiency while ensuring environmental sustainability. It lays down clear standards for tire collection, recycling, and disposal, which are crucial for minimizing health hazards associated with waste tires, such as breeding grounds for disease vectors and fire risks. Moreover, the bill stipulates the mandatory use of an electronic uniform used tire manifest system for better tracking and compliance, ultimately holding entities accountable for waste tire handling.

Summary

Senate Bill 606, titled the Tire Management and Recycling Act, aims to amend existing legislation regarding tire recycling and management in Arkansas. The bill seeks to create a new framework for managing waste tires in the state, which is critical to protecting public health and the environment. It emphasizes the formal establishment of the Waste Tire Abatement Fund, replacing the outdated Used Tire Recycling Fund that will be repealed by the new law. This fund is set to provide financial resources for tire management, environmental quality assurance, and economic stimulus projects related to tire recovery and recycling.

Conclusion

In conclusion, SB606 is a comprehensive attempt to modernize tire waste management in Arkansas, establishing clearer guidelines and support mechanisms for environmental protection. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, ongoing discussions will likely address funding and implementation challenges to ensure that the intended benefits for public health and environmental quality are achieved.

Contention

While the bill is anticipated to bring about positive changes in tire management, there are concerns regarding the repeal of the Used Tire Recycling Fund. Critics argue that transitioning to the Waste Tire Abatement Fund could lead to potential funding shortages for existing community programs and initiatives that assist local governments in managing tire waste. Discussions among legislators highlight a need for a balanced approach to ensure adequate financial support continues for recycling programs while transitioning to the new framework.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HB1234

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Commercialize The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Program; To Create The Arkansas Commerce Tire Program Act; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB508

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Amend The Used Tire Programs; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB501

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Repeal Rim Removal Fees And Impose A Tire Recycling Fee; To Establish Tire Accountability Zones; To Transfer Reimbursement Authority; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB310

To Repeal The Electronic Waste Collection, Recycling, And Reuse Act.

AR HB1142

To Create The Arkansas Nuclear Recycling Program.

AR SB80

To Amend The Revenue Stabilization Law; To Create Funds, To Repeal Funds, And To Make Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HB1097

To Amend The Revenue Stabilization Law; To Create Funds, To Repeal Funds, And To Make Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SR2

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill Amending The Revenue Stabilization Law, Creating Funds, Repealing Funds, And Making Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts.

AR HR1011

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill Amending The Revenue Stabilization Law, Creating Funds, Repealing Funds, And Making Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts.

AR SB252

To Amend The Definitions Of “manufacturing” And “processing” For Purposes Of The Use-tax Exemption For Machinery And Equipment Used To Retread Tires To Match Their Definitions For Purposes Of The Sales-tax Exemption.

Similar Bills

AR HB1234

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Commercialize The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Program; To Create The Arkansas Commerce Tire Program Act; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HB1982

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Create The Tire Management And Recycling Act; To Repeal The Used Tire Recycling Fund; And To Create The Waste Tire Abatement Fund.

AR SB508

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act; To Amend The Used Tire Programs; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB238

To Amend The Used Tire Recycling And Accountability Act.

TX HB405

Relating to the storage, transportation, and disposal of tires; providing criminal penalties.

CA AB698

Hazardous waste: small quantity generator.

CA AB3261

Hazardous waste: small quantity generator.

CA AB1597

Hazardous waste: transportation: electronic manifests.