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MA H3502

To restrict the use of polystyrene


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the use of polystyrene containers and wares by certain food and retail establishments. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to restrict the use of polystyrene containers and wares by certain food and retail establishments. The key provisions are: 1. Food establishments will be prohibited from dispensing food to customers in disposable food service containers made from expanded polystyrene (EPS) after August 1, 2018. 2. Retail establishments will be prohibited from selling or distributing EPS food service wares to customers after August 1, 2018. 3. The Department will establish regulations for enforcement, including fines up to $1,000 for violations. 4. Food establishments can apply for a one-year deferment if compliance would cause undue hardship, which can be extended upon reapplication demonstrating continued hardship.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (32)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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