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Committee advances statewide limits on single-use plastics, utensils and small toiletry containers (Senate Bill 551A)
Summary
The committee voted to advance Senate Bill 551A, which would restrict retailers and lodging establishments from providing certain single-use plastics and require single-request for utensils, condiments and small personal care containers; sponsor said the bill builds on local actions.
The House Climate, Energy, and Environment Committee on April 29 voted to advance Senate Bill 551A to the House floor with a "do pass" recommendation. The measure would prohibit retailers and restaurants from providing reusable plastic or fabric checkout bags to customers, bar food and beverage providers and convenience stores from offering single-use plastic utensils or condiment packaging unless…
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