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A groundbreaking bill that could reshape the fashion industry in California is now awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature. If signed into law, the bill will require companies that manufacture clothing and textiles, such as curtains and towels, to take back unwanted items from consumers in a push to reduce waste and increase recycling. The initiative comes as California seeks to address the environmental impact of textile waste, which reached over 1.2 million tons in 2021 alone.
Under the proposed legislation, fashion companies will be required to form non-profit organizations by 2026 that will oversee the collection and. . .
