Bill > HB432

This bill, the Plastic Waste Reduction Act, aims to reduce single-use plastic waste by banning retail establishments from providing single-use plastic checkout bags to customers. Instead, they must offer reusable carryout bags, recycled content paper bags, or recyclable cardboard boxes. The bill provides some exceptions, such as allowing non-handled bags for certain items and exempting certain types of bags like those used for laundry or to contain hazardous chemicals. The bill also authorizes counties and municipalities to prescribe penalties for violations, and directs the Department of Environment to promulgate rules for implementing the Act, which will take effect on January 1, 2024.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=432&year=23