An Act to reduce single use plastics in the environment
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to reduce the amount of single-use plastics entering the environment in Massachusetts. It seeks to accomplish this by encouraging the reduction and elimination of these plastics through various measures. The bill intends to promote sustainable alternatives and minimize the environmental impact of single-use plastic products. It builds upon previous efforts to address this issue within the state.
Key provisions
- Encourages the reduction of single-use plastic items.
- Promotes the use of reusable alternatives.
- Supports initiatives to reduce plastic waste.
- Facilitates a study on the impact of single-use plastics.
- Addresses the use of single-use plastics in restaurants.
Who is affected
- Businesses that use single-use plastics
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Environmental organizations
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill builds on previous legislation addressing single-use plastics.
- It includes a provision for a study to assess the impact of these plastics.
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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