An Act restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws

This bill requires food establishments in Massachusetts to stop providing single-use plastic straws unless a customer specifically asks for one. It defines a food establishment as any place that prepares or serves food and clarifies that straws made from plastic, including those derived from plants like corn, are included in this rule while materials like paper or wood are excluded. Violations of the new requirement would result in a written warning for the first offense and a fine of up to $25 per day for subsequent violations, with an annual cap of $300.