Bill > S01260

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to restrict the coloration of exempt plastic bags. Specifically, it prohibits non-compostable exempt bags from being tinted green or brown. An "exempt bag" includes several types of specialized bags such as those used for uncooked meat, bulk items, food preparation, newspapers, trash, food storage, garment protection, and prescription medications. The bill adds a new provision that any exempt bag cannot be colored green or brown unless it is specifically a compostable plastic bag as defined in existing law. This means that manufacturers and retailers must ensure that green or brown bags are genuinely compostable, preventing potential consumer confusion about the environmental status of these bags. The legislation aims to clarify bag waste reduction efforts by ensuring that green and brown coloration is reserved only for bags that can actually be composted. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1260