On January 9, 2026, CalRecycle withdrew proposed regulations to implement the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54) from the Office of Administrative Law’s review to make changes to the regulations to improve clarity and support successful implementation of the law. CalRecycle’s focus for these revisions will primarily be applicable to food and agricultural commodities.

CalRecycle plans to open an additional 15-day public comment period once the revised regulations are released. Statutory deadlines for SB 54 remain unchanged.

The agency said it remains committed to reducing plastic waste and advancing a circular economy while minimizing costs for small businesses and working families.