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MA S1449

MA S1449
To ban single use plastic applicators


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to ban single use plastic applicators. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ban the sale and distribution of tampons packaged with plastic disposable applicators in retail establishments in Massachusetts. It defines key terms such as "plastic disposable tampon applicator" and "retail establishment," and provides exceptions for situations where the ban would cause undue hardship for a retailer. The bill also requires the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to issue regulations for enforcing the ban, including the imposition of fines for violations. The bill is set to take effect on December 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2648 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1449
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1449.pdf
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