Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Plastic Summary
Banned
Paper Summary
A paper bag that is labeled as being 100% recyclable overall and containing at least 40% post-consumer recycled material.
Reusable Definition
A sewn bag with stitched handles that is made of cloth or other machine washable fabric other than polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride specifically designed for at least 175 uses and to carry 25 pounds over a distance of at least 300 feet.
Paper Bag Id Requirements
No
Stores Affected
Any commercial enterprise selling goods, food or services directly to the public, whether for profit or not-for-profit, including but not limited to convenience and grocery stores, markets, restaurants, pharmacies, liquor stores, take-out food purveyors, and merchandise retailers.
Comply Date
Ordinance
Article III
Law Text Details
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