Local governments in Florida wouldn't be able to regulate single-use plastic straws under a measure filed in the state's House, reports Tampa Bay Business Journal. The proposal comes after the St. Petersburg City Council voted in December 2018 to phase in a ban on the distribution of single-use plastic straws, allowing restaurants to give out straws upon request until 2020. If approved, the state preemption of local regulations would take effect July 1.
The proposal by Rep. Anthony Sabatini is identical to a measure sponsored by Sen. Travis Hutson. "The decision to use plastic straws should be made by the citizens—not government," says Sabatini. "The decision to offer plastic straws should be made by the business owners—not the government."
Meanwhile, Sen. Kevin Rader filed a measure that would prevent grocery stores, restaurants, and other businesses that sell food from using plastic carryout bags and providing single-use plastic straws. Full Story
Related: Ben & Jerry's Plans to Become More Eco-Friendly; EU to Restrict Single-Use Plastic Products.
from Specialty Food News http://bit.ly/2TxCbjx
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