On May 22, Illinois has officially expanded its battery recycling program under the new Illinois Portable and Medium-format Battery Stewardship Act focused on making recycling all household and medium-format batteries safe, easy and convenient. The Act helps to protect homes, communities and the environment from safety risks associated with improper disposal, including fires and chemical hazards. Illinois' statewide battery recycling program relies on convenient drop-off locations at participating retailers, municipalities, businesses, and community organizations throughout the state.