42 USC 14321 - Purpose

U.S Code last checked for updates: May 06, 2024

§ 14321.

Purpose

The purpose of this subchapter is to facilitate the efficient recycling or proper disposal of used nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries, used small sealed lead-acid rechargeable batteries, other regulated batteries, and such rechargeable batteries in used consumer products, by—

(1)

providing for uniform labeling requirements and streamlined regulatory requirements for regulated battery collection programs; and

(2)

encouraging voluntary industry programs by eliminating barriers to funding the collection and recycling or proper disposal of used rechargeable batteries.

(Pub. L. 104–142, title I, § 102, May 13, 1996, 110 Stat. 1332.)

cite as: 42 USC 14321