Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits local governments from regulating the use of plastic bags or other auxiliary containers by retail or food establishments.

Highlights:

• Prohibits local ordinances from regulating or imposing a fee on the use of auxiliary containers by retail, manufacturer, or distribution establishments (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that this bill does not prohibit local regulations on solid waste removal or recycling programs (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that an auxiliary container includes any bag, cup, bottle, or other packaging that is (Sec. 1):

• Designed to be either reusable or single-use;

• Made of plastic, cloth, paper, cardboard, polystyrene, aluminum, or glass; and

• Used for consuming, transporting, or protecting merchandise, food, or beverages from or at a food service or retail facility.

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