TVs & e-waste disposal in Illinois

What Illinois says to do with TVs & e-waste, read off Illinois EPA's own page on 2026-08-19.

Illinois makes it illegal to throw covered electronics — televisions included — in the trash, and the Consumer Electronics Recycling Act sets a minimum number of collection locations in each participating county. Read from Illinois EPA · checked 2026-08-19

Don't place computers, monitors and TVs in your trash, recycling bin or place them at the curb — these items require special handling and cannot be collected via your regular curbside service (Oregon DEQ).

It is illegal in Illinois to throw a specific set of electronic devices into the trash (Illinois EPA).

Where to take it

Sites are listed in the Illinois Electronics Recycling Program drop-off site finder.

The statute Illinois cites is Consumer Electronics Recycling Act.

Counties differ — verify with your local program.


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