Deposit return system — Intent — Implementation.
RCW 70A.208.250
in effect(1) It is the intent of the legislature that if a bottle deposit return system is enacted in the future, it will be harmonized with this chapter in a manner that ensures that: (a) Materials covered in that system are exempt from this chapter or related financial obligations are reduced; (b) Colocation of drop-off collection sites is maximized; (c) Education and outreach are integrated between the two programs; and (d) Waste reduction and reuse strategies are prioritized between the two programs. (2) Any implementation of a bottle deposit return system must include a two-year transition period before the expiration of the currently approved plan and be conducted in a manner that does not create sudden and significant operational or financial disruption to the implementation of a plan under this chapter, including provisions of recycling or reuse services contained in the plan.
(1) It is the intent of the legislature that if a bottle deposit return system is enacted in the future, it will be harmonized with this chapter in a manner that ensures that:
(a) Materials covered in that system are exempt from this chapter or related financial obligations are reduced;
(b) Colocation of drop-off collection sites is maximized;
(c) Education and outreach are integrated between the two programs; and
(d) Waste reduction and reuse strategies are prioritized between the two programs.
(2) Any implementation of a bottle deposit return system must include a two-year transition period before the expiration of the currently approved plan and be conducted in a manner that does not create sudden and significant operational or financial disruption to the implementation of a plan under this chapter, including provisions of recycling or reuse services contained in the plan.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=70A.208&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026