Massachusetts H2394 restricts polystyrene use in food and retail establishments.
Massachusetts H2394 aims to restrict the use of polystyrene in food and retail establishments. Effective August 1, 2026, food establishments will be prohibited from using polystyrene disposable food service containers, and retail establishments will be prohibited from selling polystyrene food service ware. The bill allows for deferments in cases of undue hardship, with a maximum deferment period of one year. The Department of Public Health will establish regulations, including fines for violations and a process for deferments.
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