What is the timeline for the chemical ban in packaging under SB 1464-A as amended?

The amended SB 1464-A extends the timeline for banning the listed chemicals in packaging from five years (as in the original bill) to seven years from the bill's effective date.

What are the recycling rate requirements for producers under the amended SB 1464-A?

Under the amended SB 1464-A, producers must meet these recycling rate standards: For non-plastic packaging — minimum 35% recycled or reused by January 1, 2032; 50% by January 1, 2040; and 75% by January 1, 2055. For plastic packaging — minimum 25% recycled or reused by January 1, 2032; 50% by January 1, 2040; and 75% by January 1, 2055. The original bill had earlier deadlines starting in 2030, and also included separate minimum reuse rates for non-plastic packaging that the amended version removes.

How has enforcement authority changed under the amended SB 1464-A?

The original SB 1464 bill created a new recycling inspector general to handle enforcement. The amended SB 1464-A eliminates this office entirely and instead assigns enforcement authority to the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) and the New York Attorney General.

Key Changes to SB 1464-A: New York’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act (April 2026 Amendments)

Q: What changed in the nonprofit selection process under the amended SB 1464-A?

Under the original SB 1464 bill, the department had 9 months to select a nonprofit to serve as the recycling and packaging reduction organization overseeing the program. The amended version (SB 1464-A, amended April 27, 2026) removes this time limit entirely, giving the department unlimited time to make the selection.

Q: What are the new deadlines for the nonprofit's plan submission and producer implementation under SB 1464-A?

Under the amended SB 1464-A, the nonprofit's plan submission deadline was extended from 2 years to 30 months. Producers must implement the plan within 1 year, up from the original 6-month requirement.

Q: How was the advisory council changed in the amended SB 1464-A?

The amended SB 1464-A expanded the advisory council from 17 to 19 members, adding seats for a municipality representative and a manufacturing trade association representative. Legislative appointments from both Assembly and Senate majority leadership were each increased from 3 to 4.

Q: When does eco-modulation begin under SB 1464-A as amended?

Under the amended SB 1464-A, eco-modulation begins 2 years after the first fee is paid. The original bill required eco-modulation to begin immediately upon fee payment.

Q: Which chemicals were removed from the banned substances list in SB 1464-A?

Five chemicals were removed from the original ban list in the amended SB 1464-A: halogenated flame retardants, perchlorate, UV 328, polycarbonate, and TMBPF.

Q: What chemicals are banned in packaging under SB 1464-A as amended?

The amended SB 1464-A bans the following substances in packaging: ortho-phthalates, bisphenols, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), heavy metals and compounds (including lead, hexavalent chromium, cadmium, and mercury), benzophenone and its derivatives, formaldehyde, toluene, antimony and compounds, polyvinyl chloride (including polyvinylidene chloride), and polystyrene.

Q: Was the Toxic Packaging Task Force retained in the amended SB 1464-A?

No. The amended SB 1464-A entirely removes the Toxic Packaging Task Force that appeared in the original bill. The amendment also removes the DEC's authority to add chemicals to the ban list in the future.

By O'Donnell & Associates

SB 1464-A (Senator Harckham) / AB 1749-A (Assembly Member Glick), the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, was amended on April 27, 2026. Below is a summary of the key changes from the original bill to the amended version.

§ 27-3403 — Nonprofit Selection

The original text gave the department 9 months to select a nonprofit to serve as the recycling and packaging reduction organization overseeing the program. The amended bill removes this time limit entirely.

§ 27-3407 — Plan Submission and Implementation Deadlines

Requirement	Original	Amended
Nonprofit plan submission deadline	2 years	30 months
Producer plan implementation deadline	6 months	1 year

§ 27-3411 — Advisory Council

The amended bill expands the advisory council from 17 to 19 members, adding two new seats for a municipality representative and a manufacturing trade association representative. Legislative appointments from both Assembly and Senate majority leadership are each increased from 3 to 4.

§ 27-3413 — Eco-Modulation

Under the original bill, eco-modulation began immediately upon the first fee payment. The amended bill delays the start of eco-modulation to 2 years after the first fee is paid.

§ 27-3427 (Previously § 27-3425) — Banned Chemicals in Packaging

Five chemicals were removed from the original ban list: halogenated flame retardants, perchlorate, UV 328, polycarbonate, and TMBPF. The following substances remain banned under the amended version:

Ortho-phthalates
Bisphenols
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
Heavy metals and compounds, including lead, hexavalent chromium, cadmium, and mercury
Benzophenone and its derivatives
Formaldehyde
Toluene
Antimony and compounds
Polyvinyl chloride, including polyvinylidene chloride
Polystyrene

The timeline for the ban on listed chemicals in packaging is extended from five years (original) to seven years (amended). The amended bill also entirely removes the Toxic Packaging Task Force described in the original and eliminates the DEC's authority to add chemicals to the ban list in the future.

§ 27-3433 (Previously § 27-343) — Recycling Rate Standards

Packaging Type	Standard	Original Deadline	Amended Deadline
Non-plastic	35% recycled or reused	January 1, 2030	January 1, 2032
Non-plastic	50% recycled or reused	January 1, 2037	January 1, 2040
Non-plastic	75% recycled or reused	January 1, 2052	January 1, 2055
Plastic	25% recycled or reused	January 1, 2030	January 1, 2032
Plastic	50% recycled or reused	January 1, 2037	January 1, 2040
Plastic	75% recycled or reused	January 1, 2052	January 1, 2055

Note: The original bill also included separate minimum reuse rates for non-plastic packaging (5% by 2030, 10% by 2037, 25% by 2052). These reuse minimums do not appear in the amended bill.

§ 27-3435 / § 27-3433 (Original) — Enforcement

The original bill created a recycling inspector general to handle enforcement. The amended bill eliminates this office and transfers enforcement authority to the DEC and the New York Attorney General.

Frequently Asked Questions about SB 1464-A amendments

What changed in the nonprofit selection process under the amended SB 1464-A?

Under the original bill, the department had 9 months to select a nonprofit to serve as the recycling and packaging reduction organization. The amended version removes this time limit entirely.

What are the new deadlines for the nonprofit's plan submission and producer implementation?

The nonprofit's plan submission deadline was extended from 2 years to 30 months. Producers must implement the plan within 1 year, up from the original 6-month requirement.

How was the advisory council changed in SB 1464-A?

The council expanded from 17 to 19 members, adding seats for a municipality representative and a manufacturing trade association representative. Assembly and Senate majority leadership appointments each increased from 3 to 4.

When does eco-modulation begin under SB 1464-A as amended?

Eco-modulation begins 2 years after the first fee is paid, rather than immediately as originally required.

Which chemicals were removed from the banned substances list in SB 1464-A?

Five chemicals were removed: halogenated flame retardants, perchlorate, UV 328, polycarbonate, and TMBPF.

What chemicals are still banned in packaging under SB 1464-A?

The amended bill bans: ortho-phthalates, bisphenols, PFAS, heavy metals (including lead, hexavalent chromium, cadmium, and mercury), benzophenone and derivatives, formaldehyde, toluene, antimony and compounds, polyvinyl chloride (including polyvinylidene chloride), and polystyrene.

What is the new timeline for banning chemicals in packaging?

The ban timeline was extended from five years (original bill) to seven years in the amended version.

Was the Toxic Packaging Task Force retained in the amended SB 1464-A?

No. The amended bill entirely removes the Toxic Packaging Task Force. It also removes the DEC's authority to add chemicals to the ban list in the future.

What are the recycling rate deadlines under the amended SB 1464-A?

Non-plastic packaging: 35% by January 1, 2032; 50% by January 1, 2040; 75% by January 1, 2055. Plastic packaging: 25% by January 1, 2032; 50% by January 1, 2040; 75% by January 1, 2055. All deadlines were pushed back by approximately two to three years from the original bill.

How has enforcement changed under the amended SB 1464-A?

The original bill created a recycling inspector general. The amended bill eliminates this office and gives enforcement authority to the DEC and the New York Attorney General.