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The 2025 MRN/SWANA Mid-Atlantic Conference is officially in the books. It was a day of conversations, connections and camaraderie.

Member Feature: For Bob Stumpff, recycling isn't just about managing waste; it's about recognizing the value in materials and implementing practical systems to recover them. His decades-long career in recycling and waste management reflects a commitment to making sustainable practices both effective and routine.

Maryland Recycling Network held its Board of Directors Election for 2025-2026 session at the MRN/SWANA Mid-Atlantic Conference on Monday, June 9, 2025.

MRN has announced its slate for the 2025–2026 board of directors, with Kitty McIlroy returning as president. Michele Blair and Anthony Drury will also return, continuing in their roles as vice president and secretary/treasurer.

MRN members and guests get a firsthand look at how one company is reshaping the journey of used clothing—from donation bins to new purpose—with sustainability and community at the core.

On Thursday, April 10, we hosted a virtual chat with two food waste prevention experts to talk about how behavior change campaigns can make a real impact -- both in households and across their communities.

Montgomery County MD project to study the feasibility of using recycling wasted food to power the County’s bus fleet

MD’s landmark EPR bill took center stage at the April MRN Town Hall. Get a rundown on EPR and more, plus a look at what lies ahead for recycling in the state.

Maryland becomes the sixth state to enact an EPR for Packaging Law. As a key partner in developing the bill, MRN provided on-the-ground insight into the state’s recycling infrastructure and policy needs. The organization advocated for a shared-responsibility model and helped ensure the legislation reflected Maryland’s unique recycling landscape.

The Maryland General Assembly 2025 session ended on April 7. Read a quick recap of what made the cut and what didn't, and what happens next.

The Mattress Stewardship Program (HB0858) was given a second chance, passing the House 90-37. MRN President Kitty McIlroy discusses the bill on WMAR 2 News.

Five of the eleven bills we have been following made it through crossover day. See what still has a chance and what was left behind.

KItty McIlroy provides testimonies on electronics and mattress recycling bills alongside MRN members from SWANA, Baltimore County and Howard County.

Chaz Miller and Kitty McIlroy head to Annapolis to testify during House and Senate hearings on several recycling and EPR bills.

The Maryland General Assembly convened last week and a number of relevant bills have begun to pop up on the MRN Legislative Committee’s radar screen.

MRN members are participating in three advisory work groups tasked with finding solutions for Maryland on a range of issues.