Relates to the regulation of the sale of plastic trash bags
This bill requires all plastic trash bags sold in the state to contain at least 30% recycled post-consumer material by weight, starting January 1, 2028. It directly affects manufacturers (who make the bags) and retailers (who sell them), mandating they label packages with the recycled content percentage. Retailers face $500 penalties for first violations after a warning, while manufacturers face $500 per violation. The law aims to increase recycled content in common household waste bags through specific material requirements and labeling.
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
Feb 25, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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