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MA H5012

Authorizing the town of Acton to establish a minimum charge for a checkout bag


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Introduced
07/11/2022
In Committee
08/18/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Acton be authorized to establish a minimum charge for checkout bags in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Acton to establish a minimum charge of at least $0.15 per checkout bag provided by retail establishments in the town. The bill defines a "checkout bag" and "retail establishment" and exempts certain types of bags from the charge requirement. It also grants the Acton Board of Health the authority to oversee and regulate the implementation of the bill, and includes provisions for severability and the effective date of the legislation.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

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

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