Bill > HB1053

This bill amends Indiana law to prevent local government units, such as cities or counties, from regulating "auxiliary containers," which are defined as reusable or disposable bags, boxes, cups, bottles, or similar items made of materials like cloth, paper, or plastic, designed for one-time use or for transporting merchandise or food from businesses. Specifically, local governments are prohibited from enacting ordinances or resolutions that regulate the manufacturing, distribution, sale, provision, use, or disposal of these auxiliary containers, or from imposing any prohibitions, restrictions, fees, or taxes on them or on businesses that handle them. This restriction applies to food and retail facilities, as well as manufacturers and distributors of these containers. However, the bill does not affect existing curbside recycling programs or designated recycling locations, nor does it apply to auxiliary containers used at events organized, sponsored, or permitted by a local government on its own property.