Your Guide to Illinois’ New Recycling & Composting Law
Big venues face new rules as of January 1, 2025. Here’s what you need to know—and how to stay compliant with SB 2876.
Does this apply to me?
The law applies to you if all of the following are true
Your facility is permanent (not temporary pop-ups
You host events open to the general public
Your venue has a legal occupancy of 3,500+
Commonly Covered Venues
Convention Centers
Concert Venues
Race Tracks
What do I need to do?
Offer Recycling
Make it easy to recycle materials like aluminum, cardboard, paper, and plastic.
Offer Composting
Make it easy to compost food scraps and other compostables
Ensure proper disposal
Make sure collected materials are actually recycled or composted — not landfilled.
Why does this matter? What happens if I don’t comply?
Plastic & food waste harm Lake Michigan
Landfills emit methane from food scraps
Recycling & composting = more local jobs
The law went into effect January 1, 2025 but counties are still finalizing plans. Start planning now to avoid potential penalties:
First violation: $750–$1,500
Repeat violations: $1,500–$2,500
Where can I find more info?
Resin offers automated aluminum recycling stations with full support and management. Make compliance simple with an easy win for your front-of-house operations.