Hawaii SB1551 bans single-use plastic and non-recyclable paper bags in businesses, requiring a charge for other bags.

Hawaii SB1551 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to prohibit businesses from providing single-use plastic bags and non-recyclable paper bags to customers. Instead, businesses must charge customers a fee for recyclable paper bags, reusable bags, or compostable plastic bags. The bill defines "single-use plastic bag" and "non-recyclable paper bag," and exempts certain bags from the ban, such as those used for transporting live animals or caustic chemicals. The bill also outlines penalties for violations, including fines and potential injunctive relief.

Hawaii SB1551 bans single-use plastic and non-recyclable paper bags in businesses, requiring a charge for other bags.

Hawaii SB1551 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to prohibit businesses from providing single-use plastic bags and non-recyclable paper bags to customers. Instead, businesses must charge customers a fee for recyclable paper bags, reusable bags, or compostable plastic bags. The bill defines "single-use plastic bag" and "non-recyclable paper bag," and exempts certain bags from the ban, such as those used for transporting live animals or caustic chemicals. The bill also outlines penalties for violations, including fines and potential injunctive relief.