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Introduced
03/24/2026
03/24/2026
In Committee
03/24/2026
03/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under current law, the "Plastic Pollution Reduction Act" includes restrictions on the use and distribution of single-use plastic carryout bags and expanded polystyrene food containers. The bill expands the "Plastic Pollution Reduction Act" by prohibiting, on and after January 1, 2027, a retail food establishment or third-party food delivery service from providing single-use food serviceware to a customer unless the customer requests single-use food serviceware or confirms that the customer wants single-use food serviceware when offered. The bill specifies certain exceptions. The department of public health and environment (department) is required to, on or before January 1, 2027, establish a page on the department's public website that includes a description of the requirements set forth in the bill and the existing enforcement mechanism included in the "Plastic Pollution Reduction Act".
AI Summary
This bill, effective January 1, 2027, expands the existing "Plastic Pollution Reduction Act" by requiring retail food establishments and third-party food delivery services to only provide single-use food serviceware, which includes items like utensils, napkins, condiment packets, straws, and lids intended for one-time use, if the customer specifically requests it or confirms they want it after being offered. This aims to reduce customer frustration with receiving unwanted disposable items and to lessen contamination in recycling and composting streams, as many single-use plastics are not recyclable or compostable. The bill defines "single-use food serviceware" and "single-use condiment" and clarifies that packaging necessary to contain food for delivery orders is exempt. It also includes exceptions for self-service stations at special events, meals provided through social service programs, establishments within public airports, hotel guests, and spill-prevention items for drive-through or carryout orders. The Department of Public Health and Environment (department) is tasked with creating a webpage by January 1, 2027, detailing these new requirements and the existing enforcement mechanisms.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Health & Human Services (on 03/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-146 |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/bill_files/113661/download |
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