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This bill clarifies the definition of a "closure device" in Maine state law regarding the sale of beverages in plastic containers. Specifically, the bill defines a closure device as the part of a beverage container that closes or seals the container, which can include caps, covers, lids, corks, plugs, or similar items. An important aspect of this definition is that the closure device does not need to be removable in order for the beverage to be consumed. This definition is being added to an existing law that already prohibits the sale of beverages in containers composed of plastics that also include aluminum or steel in their basic structure. By providing a clear, comprehensive definition of a closure device, the bill aims to reduce potential ambiguity in interpreting the existing prohibition on certain types of beverage containers.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1582&snum=132