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Statewide Legislation

Statewide
Statewide
Reusable Bags
Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Maine
Reusable Definition

Beginning January 15, 2021 a retail establishment may use provide a recycled paper bag or a reusable bag made of plastic to bag products at the point of sale as long as the retail establishment charges a fee of at least $.05 per bag.

Paper Bag Id Requirements
No
Fees
0.05
Comply Date
Ordinance
LD1635
Law Text Details
Link to Law Text
https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP1219&item=1&snum=130, https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1635&snum=130

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