On June 3, 2022, Colorado's Governor signed House Bill 22-1355, an ambitious extended producer responsibility (EPR) law that requires producers of packaging and paper products to fund and implement a program for statewide recycling. Under this law, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) approved Circular Action Alliance (CAA) on May 1, 2023, as the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) responsible for administering and implementing an EPR program. CAA was required to select an independent third party to assess the recycling services currently provided in the State and evaluate recycling needs. Following a competitive procurement process, CAA selected HDR and Eunomia in August 2023 to carry out the Needs Assessment. In preparing the Needs Assessment, CAA has consulted with the Advisory Board, which is responsible for reviewing and providing technical feedback on the Needs Assessment and the PRO's proposed program plan.