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  • 1.  State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-15-2025 04:11 PM

    Hello,

    Is there a one-stop place to find action and updates relating to material EPR, Material Recyclability, PCR, etc. at the state level?

    Thank you,



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    Timothy Seichter CPPLT
    Senior Manager, Package Engineering
    Colony Brands, Inc.
    Monroe, WI 53566
    (608) 328-8630
    Tim.seichter@colonybrands.com
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  • 2.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-17-2025 08:43 AM

    Ameripen provides a weekly legislative report on EPR and related bills/laws to members and webinar updates. Contact Rob Keith robk@ameripen.org, (703)801-9846 for details and pricing. Ameripen.org. Also Enhesa has a new EPR module they have introduced. contact is Hugo Raymond hugo.raymond@enhesa.com, +44 1743 668806. 



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    Lonnie Salyer CPP
    Packaging Regulatory Compliance Specialist
    Eastman Chemical Company, Inc.
    Kingsport TN
    (423) 440-9175
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  • 3.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-17-2025 10:23 AM

    Keller & Heckman have offered great updates on EPR. I also follow Packaging Dive for EPR updates.



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    Lonnie Salyer CPP
    Regulatory Affairs Senior I - Packaging
    Eastman Chemical Company, Inc.
    Kingsport TN
    (423) 440-9175
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  • 4.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-17-2025 08:45 AM

    Hey Tim,

    There is no single one-stop platform specifically tailored for tracking state-level updates on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Material Recyclability, or Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content. However, there are several reliable resources and strategies you can use to stay informed and compliant:

    1. State Regs Today – Wisconsin EPR Laws
      This is the most comprehensive summary of Wisconsin's EPR framework. It covers:

      • Covered product categories (e.g., electronics, paint, batteries)
      • Producer responsibilities
      • Enforcement mechanisms
      • Local government roles 
    2. Packaging Dive – State Policy Tracker
      A live tracker of packaging-related legislation across all U.S. states, including:

      • EPR laws
      • PCR mandates
      • Labeling requirements
      • PFAS restrictions 
    3. Purpose Rising Blog – 2025 EPR & Packaging Update
      Offers a national perspective on EPR and PCR trends, including:

      • State-by-state rollout timelines
      • Reporting deadlines
      • Fee structures and enforcement actions

    Hope that helps.



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    Eric Moe CPP
    Sales Engineer
    Precision Die Systems
    Chippewa Falls WI
    (715) 861-5704
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  • 5.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-17-2025 10:08 AM
    Edited by Sharon Eucce 07-17-2025 10:13 AM

    Hi Tim,

    I had similar questions on my mind about EPR. How can we keep up?! I did a bit of a dive and have some resources of what I found. There's a quick-read article on my website with links to various sources and strategies that might be helpful - not specifically Wisconsin though.

    https://bit.ly/Chic_EPR 

    Good luck in your search,

    Sharon



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    Sharon Eucce
    Packaging Chic LLC
    SAN DIEGO CA
    (619) 846-5933
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  • 6.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-21-2025 09:57 AM

    Here are a few links that should help.

    EPR for packaging laws: Dates to know | Packaging Dive

    Tracking recycling laws by state | Waste Dive

    EPR Guide to All Policies | Sustainable Packaging Coalition

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    EPR Guide to All Policies | Sustainable Packaging Coalition
    Search all bills and policy positions related to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy. Up to date and easy to use.
    View this on Sustainablepackaging >

    Extended Producer Responsibility - SPC's Guide

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    Extended Producer Responsibility - SPC's Guide
    View and understand key elements of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy by comparing real bills and proposals.
    View this on Sustainablepackaging >



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    Mike Chapman
    Corporate Packaging Engineer
    Brass Craft Manufacturing Co.
    Novi MI
    (248) 374-3817
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  • 7.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-22-2025 05:12 PM

    Thank you ALL!  The request certainly brought forward a lot of valuable information.

    Much appreciated for all your help...Tim



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    Timothy Seichter CPPLT
    Senior Manager, Package Engineering
    Colony Brands, Inc.
    Monroe, WI 53566
    (608) 328-8630
    Tim.seichter@colonybrands.com
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  • 8.  RE: State Level Packaging Regulatory Action

    Posted 07-27-2025 06:38 PM

    Hi All

    best resource is CAA: EPR for Paper and Packaging Resources - Circular Action Alliance

    Having led a PRO  and currently the PRO Alliance in SA, I'm happy to assist anyone if should they need help, please feel free to contact me.

    Bhavesh Patel

    Executive Director: PRO Alliance

    Tel: +1 704 363 4196

    Email: bhavesh.patel@proalliance.org.za



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    Bhavesh Patel
    Executive Director
    PRO Alliance
    Woodmead, Sandton
    2707603880863
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