Massachusetts bill to reduce single-use plastics in the environment.

The Massachusetts bill aims to reduce single-use plastics in the environment by prohibiting the sale of certain plastic items. It bans single-use beverage containers with tethered caps and plastic straws, stirrers, and splash sticks in food establishments. It also restricts the sale of plastic wet wipes, plastic water bottles, and plastic hotel toiletries. Exemptions are provided for certain medical conditions and disabilities. The bill further mandates the use of recycled paper bags and reusable grocery bags, with fines for non-compliance.

Massachusetts bill to reduce single-use plastics in the environment.

The Massachusetts bill aims to reduce single-use plastics in the environment by prohibiting the sale of certain plastic items. It bans single-use beverage containers with tethered caps and plastic straws, stirrers, and splash sticks in food establishments. It also restricts the sale of plastic wet wipes, plastic water bottles, and plastic hotel toiletries. Exemptions are provided for certain medical conditions and disabilities. The bill further mandates the use of recycled paper bags and reusable grocery bags, with fines for non-compliance.