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Month: January 2016

California Mattress Recycling

Posted on by Jen Bragdon

California’s mattress recycling program, Bye Bye Mattress, launched December 30th, 2015. The program, required by a 2013 law, provides mattress and  box spring recycling free of charge in CA. This program also provides designated collection sites and recycling facilities, where CA residents can drop off used mattresses for free. The funding for this program is provided by an $11 recycling fee that is collected by mattress sellers on each new mattress and/or box spring that is sold in the state, and then remitted to the MRC each month.

All mattress manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers and others selling mattresses in CA must register with the Mattress Recycling Council, or under  law, you will not be allowed to sell mattresses in CA. To register for free, simply click here.

Rhode Island Mattress Recycling Program

Posted on by Jen Bragdon

The Rhode Island Mattress Recycling Program launches May 1, 2016. Sellers of mattresses must collect a $10 per unit fee on every mattress and box spring sold for use in RI. Mattress producers, manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers and others selling mattresses in RI must register at mrcrepporting.org. Registration is free and easy. This secure portal allows mattress sellers to submit monthly sales reports and remit recycling fees. For more program developments and information visit mattressrecyclingcouncil.org, where you can sign up to receive notices.

San Antonio, TX, Passes Renovated Mattress Ordinance

Posted on by Jen Bragdon

With ISPA’s support, the San Antonio City Council unanimously passed an ordinance  to regulate the sale of used and renovated mattresses. The ordinance requires sellers of used or renovated mattresses to register with the city, disclose that their products are used and sanitize them prior to sale. ISPA supported the Council’s efforts to enact the ordinance, particularly in light of the Texas Legislature’s decision to repeal the state’s bedding law earlier this year.

New Jersey Alters Bedding Law

Posted on by Jen Bragdon

New Jersey passed legislation which adds new requirements for used mattresses to the state’s bedding law. This requires used mattresses that are leased to be encased in a bag and that a yellow label be attached to any used mattresses. Previously, label color was not specified in the law. The legislation is now awaiting signature by Governor Chris Christie.

We will watch to see when this bill is signed into law and the date it is to be effective by.