🖥️ Webinar Recap: Looking to turn ambitious recycling goals into actionable policy? Baltimore County is one jurisdiction that is doing just that!
On February 11, Richard Keller, Baltimore County’s Recycling and Waste Prevention Manager, walked us through the background and evolution of the County’s
Buy Recycled and Environmentally Preferable Products and Services Policy. Introduced in April 2025, the policy guides procurement teams to prioritize recycled content and environmentally responsible products and services whenever it’s feasible to do so.
During the webinar, Keller shared practical advice for jurisdictions looking to launch similar efforts. Following his presentation, Rebecca Culler, Deputy Division Chief of Solid Waste at the Maryland Environmental Service, led a Q&A session where attendees exchanged ideas and received clear, actionable answers. A key takeaway? If you’re not buying recycled, you’re not recycling.
Listen to the
Buy Recycled discussion here. You’ll come away with strategies and talking points to help build support for adopting comparable policies in your own community.
*Check upcoming webinars and events on our Education / Events page. Missed a webinar? View past recordings on our Webinar Archive page.
📜 MRN Legislative News: Maryland General Assembly is in full swing. Below are relevant bills that MRN’s Legislative Committee are currently working on.
Current Responses:
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HB0164 State Buildings and State Highways - Collection and Disposal of Yard Waste:
MRN Position -
Support
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HB0331 /
SB0342 Maryland Beverage Container Recycling Refund and Litter Reduction Program:
MRN Position - Oppose (
HB331 /
SB342)
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HB0429 /
SB0599 On-Farm Organics and Wasted Food Reduction and Diversion Grant Programs - Established:
MRN Position -
Support
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HB0848 /
SB0621 Public Safety – State Fire Prevention Code – Trash and Recyclable Materials:
MRN Position - Support
Legislation we are working on:
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HB0833 /
SB0553 Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Maryland - Reestablishment
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HB0858 /
SB0603 Mattress Stewardship Program - Establishment
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HB0992 /
SB0655 Electronic Device Producer Responsibility Program - Established
*Stay up-to-date on current legislation including our statements and actions taken via the
Legislative / Regulatory page.