Question 1

When is the EPR reporting deadline?

Accepted Answer

May 31, 2026 is the harmonized EPR reporting deadline for 6 states: California, Oregon, Colorado, Minnesota, Maryland, and Washington. Maine producers register with the SO and report data by May 31, 2026.

Question 2

What happens if I miss an EPR deadline?

Accepted Answer

Penalties vary by state. California can impose up to $50,000/day, Minnesota up to $100,000/day, and other states have similar enforcement mechanisms for late or non-filing.

Question 3

Which EPR deadlines have already passed?

Accepted Answer

Most states have passed their initial PRO registration deadlines. The current critical deadline is the May 31, 2026 annual reporting deadline shared by 6 states.

Question 4

Do all EPR states have the same reporting deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Six states (CA, OR, CO, MN, MD, WA) share the May 31 harmonized deadline. Maine reports by July 1. Pending states (IL, NJ) have no deadlines yet — their bills haven't been enacted. New York's SB 1464 did not pass in the 2026 session and will need to be reintroduced.