Statewide law
Vermont organic waste law
Vermont's Universal Recycling Law covers everyone, households and businesses, at any amount, since July 1, 2020.
At a glance Statewide law
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- The law
- Universal Recycling Law (Act 148, 10 V.S.A. § 6605k)
- Who’s covered
- Everyone – households and businesses
- Thresholds and key dates
- Any amount since July 1, 2020
01 / Our job
What Melly’s handles
- Which rules apply to each of your Vermont locations
- File the paperwork for you
- Set up pickup or a compliant hauler
- Keep your records current so you are ready if an inspector asks
✦ Where this comes from
Sources
Last checked October 14, 2026. Laws change. If something here looks out of date, tell us.
These are plain-English summaries for general information, not legal advice. Always confirm with the official source.
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