Introduced by Sen. Jim Stamas R-Midland on March 15, 2016
To preempt local governments from imposing regulations and restrictions on plastic grocery bags or other "auxiliary containers," defined as a disposable or reusable bag, cup, bottle, or other packaging. At least two counties are reportedly considering bag bans. Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the Senate Commerce Committee on March 15, 2016
Reported in the Senate on April 28, 2016
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
Amendment offered by Sen. Curtis Hertel, Jr. D-East Lansing on May 10, 2016
To still allow local voters to ban plastic grocery bags.
To preempt local governments from imposing regulations, restrictions or taxes on plastic grocery bags or other "auxiliary containers," defined as a disposable or reusable bag, cup, bottle, or other packaging. Washtenaw County has already imposed a bag tax and reportedly others are considering bans.