Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S543 — An Act to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill aims to reduce the use of plastic straws.

This bill focuses on minimizing the unnecessary use of plastic straws to help the environment. It is part of broader efforts to address plastic waste.

What this means for you
  • Environment: This means a potential decrease in plastic waste, contributing to a cleaner environment.

Summary

An Act to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S543 do?
An Act to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws
Who sponsors S543?
S543 is sponsored by Michael J. Barrett (Democrat).
What is the current status of S543?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S543?
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