Rhode Island S2534 prohibits the sale or distribution of products containing synthetic polymer micro particles starting January 1, 2030.

Rhode Island S2534, the Microplastics Reduction Act, prohibits manufacturers from selling, offering for sale, or distributing products containing synthetic polymer micro particles starting January 1, 2030. The act also mandates the development of a microplastics testing plan to assess the presence of microplastics in water, soil, and other environmental media. Additionally, it requires the adoption of a statewide microplastics strategy plan to address the environmental and health impacts of microplastics. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2534 prohibits the sale or distribution of products containing synthetic polymer micro particles starting January 1, 2030.

Rhode Island S2534, the Microplastics Reduction Act, prohibits manufacturers from selling, offering for sale, or distributing products containing synthetic polymer micro particles starting January 1, 2030. The act also mandates the development of a microplastics testing plan to assess the presence of microplastics in water, soil, and other environmental media. Additionally, it requires the adoption of a statewide microplastics strategy plan to address the environmental and health impacts of microplastics. The act takes effect upon passage.