Bill > A08878

This bill regulates the sale of plastic trash bags in New York, requiring that they be made of at least 30% post-consumer recycled material. The bill defines key terms like "manufacturer," "plastic trash bag," and "post-consumer material." It also sets labeling requirements for manufacturers and establishes penalties for retailers and manufacturers who violate the law. The Department of Environmental Conservation is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of the bill, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2022.