HB1600

Illinois HB1600 regulates single-use plastic disposable foodware in restaurants, requiring customer request for such items and prohibiting plastic.

Illinois HB1600 amends the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to regulate single-use plastic disposable foodware in restaurants. It mandates that full-service and quick-service restaurants do not provide these items unless specifically requested by the customer. Plastic drinking straws can be provided if requested, but only if a sign encouraging reduced plastic use is posted. Restaurants must offer options for customers to request disposable foodware items separately from their orders, including through digital platforms.