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MA S408

MA S408
To reduce plastic packaging waste


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish the Sustainable Food Service Ware Act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to establish the Sustainable Food Service Ware Act. It defines key terms such as "biodegradable," "compostable," "disposable food service ware," and "reusable products." The bill requires all retail food establishments to use biodegradable, compostable, recyclable, or reusable food service ware for any food prepared or packaged on the premises starting January 1, 2019. The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with promulgating regulations to enforce this law.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied H412 (on 03/09/2018)

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