§ 21-27.2-1. Definitions. As used in this chapter: (1) “Food service establishment” shall have the meaning set forth in § 21-27-1. (2) “Single-use plastic straw” means a single-use, disposable tube made predominantly of plastic derived from either petroleum or a biologically based polymer, such as corn or other plant sources, used to transfer a beverage […]
§ 21-27.2-2. Prohibited practices exception. A food service establishment shall not provide a single-use plastic straw to a consumer unless requested by the consumer. History of Section.P.L. 2021, ch. 203, § 1, effective January 1, 2022; P.L. 2021, ch. 202, § 1, effective January 1, 2022.
§ 21-27.2-3. Penalties. The first and second violations of this chapter shall result in a notice of violation, and any subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each violation by the service establishment, but not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) annually. History of Section.P.L. 2021, ch. 203, § […]
§ 21-27.2-4. Enforcement. The director of health shall promulgate and adopt such rules and regulations as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter. History of Section.P.L. 2021, ch. 203, § 1, effective January 1, 2022; P.L. 2021, ch. 202, § 1, effective January 1, 2022.
