Illinois House of Representatives bill in Session 104.
Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 27, 2026.
PLASTIC BAG REDUCTION.
Amends the Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act. Provides that, beginning 18 months after the amendatory Act's effective date, (1) no store or food service business shall provide or sell a single-use plastic carryout bag to a customer and (2) no grocery store shall provide or sell a single-use paper carryout bag to a customer. Preempts home rule powers. Contains other provisions. Effective immediately.
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-09 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2026-03-27 | Status | in_committee |
| 2026-03-27 | Latest Action | 3/27/2026 - House: |