Amendment ID: S2830-7-R2

2nd Redraft Amendment 7

Banning Polystyrene

Messrs. Lewis and Payano move that the proposed new draft be amended by inserting after section 6 the following section:-

“SECTION 6A. The department of environmental protection shall study and make recommendations on the feasibility and benefits of banning foam and solid polystyrene in the commonwealth. The study shall include, but not be limited to, an analysis of the: (i) environmental and other benefits of banning foam and solid polystyrene products; (ii) health impacts of foam and solid polystyrene use; (iii) reasonable and affordable alternatives to foam and solid polystyrene; and (iv) cost impacts of banning foam and solid polystyrene products on retailers, consumers and municipalities.

Not later than June 30, 2025, the department shall file a report on their findings and recommendations with the clerks of the senate and the house of representatives and the joint committee on environment and natural resources.”.