This section of the law explains that recycling natural resources, especially in concrete production, is important for California. By recycling concrete materials, it helps reduce waste, lower truck emissions, and support more sustainable manufacturing processes. Recycling also helps save natural resources like aggregates and water, and it conserves energy involved in making concrete. The law encourages the use of recycled concrete to achieve these benefits.

This law defines "recycled concrete" as concrete material made from reclaimed concrete that meets specific standards. It must be used according to certain specifications, like the Greenbook Standard and codes from groups such as the American Concrete Institute and ASTM. It also involves various building codes and standards including those of California. Notably, if the reclaimed concrete meets a specific ASTM standard, it doesn't have to follow this particular set of rules.

This law states that recycled concrete can be used as long as the person or company using it has been clearly told about it beforehand. They must be informed either by spoken or written notice at the time of ordering, as well as by the delivery receipt when they receive the product.

This law states that recycled concrete cannot be used for projects with the Department of Transportation or the Department of General Services unless those departments specifically ask for and approve its use.

This law section means that the rules and requirements set by this division cannot replace or override the California Building Code or any other existing laws. Compliance with other legal standards is still necessary.