Bill > AB782

This bill prohibits retail food business operators in Wisconsin from serving food and beverages in foam polystyrene packaging, which is defined as packaging primarily made from foam polystyrene designed for containing food or drink. The prohibition has two key exceptions: containers that were filled and sealed outside the state before being received by a retail food business, and containers used for packaging raw meat, poultry, fish, or seafood intended for off-premises consumption. The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) may grant a one-year waiver to a business if the department determines that strict compliance would cause an undue hardship not common among similar businesses. Businesses that violate the ban will face escalating financial penalties, with an initial fine of up to $250 for violations more than 90 days after receiving written notice, and subsequent violations within 180 days of the notice resulting in a $500 fine. The law will take effect on the first day of the 13th month following its publication, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements and phase out foam polystyrene packaging.

Labor and Employment

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab782