Clarifies certain provisions related to prohibiting plastic carryout bags.
The bill amends the environmental conservation law to clarify provisions related to prohibiting plastic carryout bags. It defines terms such as "plastic carryout bag," "reusable bag," and "film plastic." It mandates that stores establish an at-store recycling program for plastic carryout bags and requires manufacturers to maintain records of plastic carryout bag collection and recycling. The bill also outlines penalties for violations and preempts local laws regarding plastic carryout bag recycling.
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