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Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Paper Summary

Recyclable Paper Bag means a paper bag with or without handles that is 100 percent recyclable and contains at least 40% post-consumer recycled content (except that an eight pound or smaller paper bag shall contain a minimum of 20% post-consumer recycled content) and visibly displays both the word recyclable and the percentage of post-consumer recycled content.

Reusable Definition

Reusable Bag means a bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is made of polyester, polypropylene, washable fabric, or other durable material and, in the case of plastic bags, is at least 4.0 mils in thickness.

Paper Bag Id Requirements
Yes
Stores Affected

Store means any commercial enterprise selling goods, food or services directly to the public, whether for or not for profit, including, but not limited to, convenience and grocery stores, markets, restaurants, pharmacies, liquor stores, take-out food purveyors, and merchandise.

Comply Date
Ordinance
Article 19
Law Text Details

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