These States Make It Illegal To Toss Out Batteries – Even Regular AAs
By Nate Williams
Published on March 1, 2026.
The number of states where it is illegal to dispose of dead batteries has become more stringent, with 18 states making it illegal to do so. While California is the only one that outright bans throwing away all types of batteries, other states including Vermont and New York are set to implement similar policies. The article also notes that there are no specific requirements for specific types of recycling.
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