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Bill > H2111
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
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
Official Document
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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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