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MA H2111

MA H2111
Authorizing the town of Acton to establish a minimum charge for a checkout bag


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd 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 for checkout bags provided by retail establishments in the town. The bill defines "checkout bags" and "retail establishments," exempts certain types of bags from the charge, requires the charge to be separately stated on receipts, and gives the Acton Board of Health the authority to oversee the law and promulgate regulations to effectuate its purpose. The bill also includes a severability clause and sets an effective date three months after passage.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)

Bill Topics

Environment
  • ‐ Waste Disposal
Local Government
  • ‐ General Local Government

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2111 03/14/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2111.pdf 03/14/2023
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