Pennsylvania HB1886 mandates that retail establishments provide compliant bags to customers free of charge if they have banned single-use plastic.

Pennsylvania HB1886 amends Title 12 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to introduce provisions regarding bag usage. It defines "compliant bags" as either paper bags that are 100% recyclable, contain at least 40% postconsumer recycled material, can be composted, and display "recyclable" or "reusable" visibly, or bags with cloth or durable handles designed for multiple uses. Retail establishments that have banned single-use plastic bags must provide these compliant bags to customers at the point of sale or distribution, free of charge. The act takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Pennsylvania HB1886 mandates that retail establishments provide compliant bags to customers free of charge if they have banned single-use plastic.

Pennsylvania HB1886 amends Title 12 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to introduce provisions regarding bag usage. It defines "compliant bags" as either paper bags that are 100% recyclable, contain at least 40% postconsumer recycled material, can be composted, and display "recyclable" or "reusable" visibly, or bags with cloth or durable handles designed for multiple uses. Retail establishments that have banned single-use plastic bags must provide these compliant bags to customers at the point of sale or distribution, free of charge. The act takes effect 60 days after enactment.