California has taken a step towards sustainable outdoor recreation with the signing of Senate Bill 1280 in September, mandating refillable propane cylinders. Authored by Senator John Laird, the new law requires propane cylinders sold in the state to be reusable or refillable starting January 1, 2028.
This legislation aims to address environmental and safety concerns associated with single-use propane cylinders while promoting more sustainable practices in the outdoor industry.
The law includes exceptions for certain propane tanks and cylinders, such as those customarily designed for use in the construction industry and containing less than 15 ounces of fuel when full, cylinders with an overall product height-to-width ratio of 3.55 to 1 or greater, and those offered to state or local government agencies for purchase pursuant to the United States General Services Administration’s State and Local Disaster Purchasing Program.
Senator Laird, representing the 17th Senate District, expressed his gratitude for the bill’s passage. I’d like to thank Governor Newsom for signing Senate Bill 1280 that will promote sustainable outdoor recreation, reduce the costs of managing and properly disposing of propane cylinders, and reduce hazards to workers by requiring propane cylinders sold in the state to be reusable or refillable,” he stated.
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