Aluminum Association Applauds Maryland Recycling Law

The Aluminum Association, Arlington, Va., is applauding a bill that was signed into law in Maryland on May 2, 2012 that is aimed at boosting access to recycling for multifamily dwellings in the state. The bill was signed by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley.

Under the law, an apartment building or condominium containing more than ten dwellings is required to make recycling available to residents.

Heidi Brock, president of the Aluminum Association, says in a press release, “Recycling is the easiest way for everyone to ‘go green’ in their daily lives, and we applaud those involved in the passage of this law. Access to recycling in multifamily units has been a regular challenge for recycling experts; this law will certainly increase the recycling rate and the long-term sustainability of Maryland.”

The measure was introduced in the Maryland House of Delegate by Stephen Lafferty; the Senate companion bill (S 308) was introduced by state Senator Paul Pinsky.