Illinois General Assembly - Bill Status for HB4615

Creates the Carryout Bag Fee Act. Provides that a carryout bag fee of $0.10 is imposed on each carryout bag used by a customer at retail establishments with specified amounts allocated to specified entities and State funds. Contains other provisions. Amends the State Finance Act making conforming changes. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Prohibits the procurement and use of single-use plastic disposable foodware at State parks, natural areas, colleges and universities, and the Illinois State Fair. Amends the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Provides that a full service restaurant or quick service restaurant shall not provide single-use plastic disposable foodware items to a consumer ordering or purchasing dine-in food unless requested by the consumer. Contains other requirements and provides civil penalties for any violations. Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that on and after January 1, 2023, no restaurant or retail establishment may distribute a plastic carryout bag.

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