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MA H4106

MA H4106
Authorizing the town of Lincoln to establish a fee for checkout bags


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Introduced
09/13/2021
In Committee
10/25/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Lincoln be authorized to establish a fee for checkout bags at certain retail establishments. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Lincoln to establish a fee of at least $0.10 for checkout bags provided by retail establishments in the town. The bill defines key terms like "checkout bag" and "retail establishment," and outlines the enforcement mechanisms, including noncriminal disposition. The bill also allows the Lincoln Board of Health to adopt and amend rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of the law, and includes a severability clause to ensure that if any provision is deemed invalid, the rest of the law remains in effect. The bill is intended to address the use of checkout bags in the town of Lincoln.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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