State E-Waste Legislation in the U.S.

Michigan
- Population: 9,962,311
- % of US Population: 3.0586%
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State E-Waste Program
Producer Responsibility Program
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Landfill/Disposal Ban
N/A
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Program Website
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Program Type
Manufacturer Operated Program
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Quick Summary
Manufacturers of covered electronic devices (CEDs) are required to implement a takeback program for Michigan consumers that is convenient and free. Manufacturers of computer equipment are required to implement a computer takeback program for their own brand of covered computers. Manufacturers of covered televisions are required to implement a television takeback program for any brand or type of television and meet a voluntary 60% by weight of sales recycling obligation.
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Manufacturers
Computers, Computer Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Televisions
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Important Deadlines
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Program Year
October 1 to September 30 of the following year
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Registration Date
October 30
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Registration Form
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Registration Renewal
N/A
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Registration Fee
$3,000
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Recycling Plan Due Date
With registration (October 30)
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Recycling Plan Form
N/A
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Reporting Date
With registration (October 30)
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Reporting Form
N/A
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Eligible Products
Computers, Computer Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Televisions
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Eligible Entities to Collect From
Households and Small Businesses (=10 FTEs)
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Recycling Obligation
Voluntary 60% by weight of sales obligation for TV manufacturers only.
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Convenience RequirementsProgram must be “convenient” but the term remains undefined in Michigan law.
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Recycler Requirements
Must submit a registration form, fee, and an annual report to IDEM.
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Collector Requirements
N/A
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Link to Legislation
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Link to Regulations
N/A
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State Agency
Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment
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State Agency Contact(s)
Steve Noble
(517) 284-6589