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MA H412

To reduce packaging waste


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to reduce packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill aims to reduce packaging waste by requiring all retail food establishments to use food service ware that is biodegradable, compostable, recyclable, or reusable for any food prepared or packaged on the premises. The bill defines key terms such as "biodegradable," "compostable," "disposable food service ware," and "reusable products." The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with promulgating regulations to enforce this chapter, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2019.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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