Massachusetts S543 aims to reduce plastic straw waste by restricting their use in food service establishments.

Massachusetts S543 seeks to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws by prohibiting food service establishments from providing single-use plastic straws unless specifically requested by a consumer. The bill defines "single-use plastic straw" as a disposable straw made of plastic derived from petroleum-based polymers or non-biodegradable biological polymers. It excludes reusable straws and those made from biodegradable materials. The Department of Environmental Protection will enforce this law through regulations. The act is set to take effect on January 2, 2027.

Massachusetts S543 aims to reduce plastic straw waste by restricting their use in food service establishments.

Massachusetts S543 seeks to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws by prohibiting food service establishments from providing single-use plastic straws unless specifically requested by a consumer. The bill defines "single-use plastic straw" as a disposable straw made of plastic derived from petroleum-based polymers or non-biodegradable biological polymers. It excludes reusable straws and those made from biodegradable materials. The Department of Environmental Protection will enforce this law through regulations. The act is set to take effect on January 2, 2027.