The law requires:

Manufacturers who are selling new TVs and computers in Michigan must: 

• Register with the Department of Environmental Quality
• Have an electronic recycling (takeback) program-free and convenient for households and small businesses (less than 10 employees)
• Maintain a Web site and otherwise inform consumers how to recycle TVs and computers
• Submit annual information about their takeback program (number of units collected, names of collection or recycling agencies involved)

Retailers must: 

• Sell ONLY new computers and TVs produced by registered manufacturers

Recyclers of TVs and computers must: 

• Register with the Department of of Environmental Quality 
• Comply with federal and state recycling laws 
• Annually report the amount of recycled material and the names and locations of recycling facilities under their direct control in Michigan who processed the recycled equipment.

Registration Forms:

Electronic Waste Recycler Registration Form  

Electronic Manufacturer Registration Form 

FY 2012 information: 

2012 Registered Recyclers    

2012 Registered Manufacturers 

FY 2011 information: 

2011 Registered Recyclers  

2011 Registered Manufacturers 

2011 Michigan Computer and Television Takeback Program Descriptions by Brand


FY 2010 information: 

2010 Registered Recyclers  

2010 Registered Manufacturers 

2010 Michigan Computer and Television Takeback Program Descriptions by Brand 

Additional Information:

Law: Part 173, Electronics, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (Act 451) 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Additional Information on Electronic Waste Reuse and Recycling     

DEQ Report to Legislature on Part 173, Electronic Fees