Sec. 1. The policy of the state is that: (1) source reduction; (2) recycling; and (3) other solid waste management alternatives; are preferred over incineration and landfill disposal as solid waste management methods. [Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-1-1(b).] As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.9.
Sec. 2. (a) The goal of the state is to encourage solid waste source reduction, recycling, and other alternatives to conserve environmental resources. (b) The department shall: (1) produce an annual report on the state of the environment; and (2) develop proposed rules that: (A) provide for the legitimate use of solid and hazardous waste […]
Sec. 3. (a) The state may not impose differential treatment against solid waste involved in interstate commerce unless: (1) authorized by federal law; (2) differential treatment of solid waste in interstate commerce equalizes financial, regulatory, or enforcement burdens among: (A) persons engaged in or benefitting from the interstate commerce; or (B) any other group of […]