Receive report on state law requiring food waste recycling compliance
In Plain English
State law requires cities to drastically reduce food waste going to landfills by 2025. The city must set up food waste collection programs and ensure grocery stores donate excess food to food banks. If the city fails to comply, the state can impose fines of up to $10,000 per day.
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