HB 2939-S - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 2/10/00)

     Directs the commission to allow solid waste collection companies collecting recyclable materials to retain thirty percent of the revenue paid to the companies for the material if the companies submit a plan to the commission that is consistent with the local government solid waste plan in the jurisdiction served by the company and that demonstrates how recycling will be increased.  The remaining seventy percent of the revenue shall be passed to residential customers served by the collection company.

     Provides that by December 1, 2003, the commission shall provide a report to the legislature that evaluates:  (1) The effectiveness of revenue sharing as an incentive to increase recycling in the state; and

     (2) the effect of revenue sharing on costs to customers.