Prohibits use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A.
This bill bans the use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A (BPA) for any business or banking record, including transaction receipts, credit/debit card records, or bank deposits. It directly affects retailers, banks, and all businesses that issue physical receipts. Violators face civil penalties of $250-$500 per offense, with daily fines for ongoing violations, enforceable by environmental departments or through court actions. The law takes effect 18 months after enactment.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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Linda Greenstein
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