Bill > S450

This bill aims to reduce plastic packaging waste by establishing the Sustainable Food Service Ware Act. The key provisions are: 1) Defining important terms like "biodegradable," "compostable," "recyclable," and "reusable" for food service ware; 2) Requiring all retail food establishments to use food service ware that is biodegradable, compostable, recyclable, or reusable for any food prepared or packaged on their premises; and 3) Authorizing the relevant department to promulgate rules and regulations for the enforcement of this law. The overall goal is to phase out the use of non-sustainable food service ware and promote more environmentally-friendly alternatives in the food service industry.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S450