HB290: Single-Use Plastics: Polystyrene
Overview Resources
Big Concept Resources
- The broader issue is whether Pennsylvania should regulate single-use plastics to reduce waste and pollution.
- https://cleanair.org/plastics-preemption/
Pros
- https://www.nrdc.org/stories/single-use-plastics-101
- Reduces plastic waste and litter. https://cleanwater.org/20 21/07/29/plastic-bags-days-are-numbered-pennsylvania
- Helps limit environmental harm from polystyrene. https://cleanair.org/plastics-preemption/
- Creates a uniform statewide rule for businesses. https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1797819
Cons
- https://www.britannica.com/procon/single-use-plastics-debate
- Could raise costs for restaurants and food retailers that must switch packaging. https://cleanair.org/victory-for-local-governments-right-to-regulate-the-use-of-single-use-plastic-bags/
- May create compliance burdens for small businesses.
- Opponents may argue local governments should decide plastic rules themselves. https://www.phila.gov/2021-03-03-philadelphia-and-other-municipalities-file-litigation-to-assert-right-to-restrict-plastic-bags/
