CalRecycle released draft reporting templates for Producer Responsibility Organizations. Public comment period open through May 15, 2026. Templates include material-specific tonnage, recycled content verification, and source reduction metrics.

Maine Department of Environmental Protection finalized the 2026 fee schedule for the packaging stewardship program. Fees increased 8% from 2025 rates. New material-specific modifiers apply to non-recyclable packaging.

Oregon DEQ announced a 90-day extension for Phase 2 producer reporting requirements. New deadline is September 30, 2026. Extension applies to material characterization data only.

The Producer Responsibility Advisory Committee will meet on April 28 to discuss fee methodology proposals. Agenda includes eco-modulation factors and small producer exemption thresholds.

Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) released guidance on Phase 3 transition requirements for common collection system. All obligated producers must register by July 1, 2026.

New Jersey Senate introduced S-1234 establishing a packaging producer responsibility program. If enacted, would take effect January 2028. Bill modeled on Maine and Oregon frameworks.